Welwyn Garden City to London train with Great Northern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Welwyn Garden City to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 23

Cheapest price on Sep 23

€12

Average ticket price on Sep 23

€17

Fastest journey on Sep 23

37 m

Average journey duration on Sep 23

47 m

Trains on Sep 23

5

Distance

33 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Welwyn Garden City to London will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.

Fast trains

On Wed, Sep 23, we found 5 trains from Welwyn Garden City to London, including 5 direct services.

On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .

On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Great Northern
    5:07 PM0h48
    Welwyn Garden City
    5:55 PMLondon
    121One-way
    0 transfers
  • Thameslink
    8:30 AM0h37
    Welwyn Garden City
    9:07 AMLondon
    181One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Northern
    2:02 PM0h51
    Welwyn Garden City
    2:53 PMLondon
    181One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Northern
    5:40 AM0h49
    Welwyn Garden City
    6:29 AMLondon
    191One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Northern
    8:10 AM0h51
    Welwyn Garden City
    9:01 AMLondon
    191One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train for Welwyn Garden City to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Welwyn Garden City to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €18, while a bus costs an average of €29.

Distance: 33 km

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Train
Bus
Driving

€18

Average price

Cheapest

€29

Average price

€23

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 36m

Average total duration

3h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 11m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Great Northern

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National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Welwyn Garden City to London is a train with an average price of €18.

This is compared to other travel options from Welwyn Garden City to London:

A train is €10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Welwyn Garden City to London costing on average €29.

The fastest way to travel from Welwyn Garden City to London is by train with an average journey time of 41m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 6m.

Yes, you can take a train between Welwyn Garden City and London.

Live departures

Welwyn Garden City to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Welwyn Garden City to London trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great NorthernC10178
On time
4:22 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
4:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 transfersDirect
Great NorthernC18670
On time
4:23 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h50
5:13 PM Moorgate (MOG)
0 transfersDirect
Great NorthernC18543
On time
4:38 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
5:29 PM Moorgate (MOG)
0 transfersDirect
Great NorthernC22578
On time
4:52 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h31
5:23 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 transfersDirect
Great NorthernC18567
On time
4:53 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h50
5:43 PM Moorgate (MOG)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG28325
On time
5:02 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h35
5:37 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
Great NorthernC18685
On time
5:07 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h48
5:55 PM Moorgate (MOG)
0 transfersDirect
Great NorthernC22585
On time
5:21 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h31
5:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 transfersDirect
Great NorthernC18571
On time
5:23 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h47
6:10 PM Moorgate (MOG)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG28327
On time
5:32 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h35
6:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
Great NorthernC18638
On time
5:38 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h53
6:31 PM Moorgate (MOG)
0 transfersDirect
Great NorthernC22583
On time
5:52 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h31
6:23 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 transfersDirect
Great NorthernC18627
On time
5:53 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h52
6:45 PM Moorgate (MOG)
0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkG28329
On time
6:02 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h35
6:37 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
0 transfersDirect
Great NorthernC18646
On time
6:08 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h52
7:00 PM Moorgate (MOG)
0 transfersDirect
Great NorthernC22584
On time
6:22 PM Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h31
6:53 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, September 23
Great Northern5:40 AM Welwyn Garden City
0h49
6:29 AM London0 transfersDirect
Great Northern8:10 AM Welwyn Garden City
0h51
9:01 AM London0 transfersDirect
Thameslink8:30 AM Welwyn Garden City
0h37
9:07 AM London0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Welwyn Garden City to London trains with Omio?

Thameslink as well as Great Northern offer trains services from Welwyn Garden City to London.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Welwyn Garden City to London.

Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Northern to find the best option for your trip from Welwyn Garden City to London.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Welwyn Garden City to London?

The best time to book your train from Welwyn Garden City to London is 7 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Welwyn Garden City to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Welwyn Garden City to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Welwyn Garden City to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Welwyn Garden City to London

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Trains from Welwyn Garden City to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 29m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
33 km
Average train duration
41m
Cheapest ticket price
€15
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
29m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
7 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Northern, Thameslink from Welwyn Garden City to London trainsGreat Northern, Thameslink trains will get you between Welwyn Garden City and London from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
35m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
€18
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

Great Northern

About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Northern Duration
29m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
€15
Great Northern frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Welwyn Garden City to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn Garden City to London by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Welwyn Garden City to London can start from as little as €15 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Welwyn Garden City to London is €18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Welwyn Garden City to London is 29m to travel the 33 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Welwyn Garden City to London leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Welwyn Garden City to London leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes,there are 8 direct trains a day from Welwyn Garden City to London with Thameslink, Great Northern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Welwyn Garden City to London, you can count on Thameslink, Great Northern for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Welwyn Garden City and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to London from Welwyn Garden City is worth doing with a journey time of 29m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Welwyn Garden City to London is October.
Yes, you can take a train between Welwyn Garden City and London.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Welwyn Garden City to London

Most Welwyn Garden City to London trains use the Welwyn Garden City to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London St Pancras International. Use this guide to compare Welwyn Garden City and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Welwyn Garden City
Arrival train stations in London

Which Welwyn Garden City station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Welwyn Garden City to London leave from Welwyn Garden City. The station is from Welwyn Garden City city centre at Welwyn Garden City station, inside The Howard Centre shopping mall, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6HA.
Welwyn Garden CityWelwyn Garden City station, inside The Howard Centre shopping mall, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6HAWifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Welwyn Garden City from Welwyn Garden City city centre

Bus302, 405 · 2m · €2 · every ~5 min

Welwyn Garden City train station facilities and services

Welwyn Garden City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Welwyn Garden City.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Welwyn Garden City. ATMs are available at Welwyn Garden City.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Welwyn Garden City.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Welwyn Garden City: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Welwyn Garden City: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Welwyn Garden City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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