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The British Museum
World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£38
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£97
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 57 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Attenborough to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Attenborough to London will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
To travel from Attenborough to London you need to make at least one change.
C21196 · C04342+
C01968
C21676+
G00742
C21201 · W70677
C21305 · W70680
C21234 · W70675
C21201 · W70677
C21670+
G01095
C21305 · W70680
C21676+
G00742
C21234 · W70675Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Attenborough to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £67.
Distance: 173 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£67 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Attenborough to London:
A coach is £57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Attenborough to London costing on average £67.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 53m.
You'll arrive about 1h 1m sooner (1h 43m by train vs 2h 44m by car). Tickets start at around £67 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Attenborough to London trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21294 · C03938 | On time 20:03 Attenborough station (ATB) | 1h53 | 21:56 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
C21205 · W70744 | On time 20:20 Attenborough station (ATB) | 2h19 | 22:39 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
C59820 · C21546 | On time 21:17 Attenborough station (ATB) | 1h59 | 23:16 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
C21190 · W70748 | On time 21:22 Attenborough station (ATB) | 2h31 | 23:53 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
C21192 · W70752 | On time 21:56 Attenborough station (ATB) | 2h27 | 0:23 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
C21676+ G00742 | 6:09 Attenborough station (ATB) | 1h59 | 8:08 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
C21234 · W70675 | 6:56 Attenborough station (ATB) | 2h01 | 8:57 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
C21670+ G01095 | 7:13 Attenborough station (ATB) | 1h56 | 9:09 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
C21201 · W70677 | 7:36 Attenborough station (ATB) | 1h51 | 9:27 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
C21305 · W70680 | 8:07 Attenborough station (ATB) | 1h59 | 10:06 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
C21196 · C04342+ C01968 | 8:19 Attenborough station (ATB) | 2h14 | 10:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Attenborough to London run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:07, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 173 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 30 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 1:07 |
Last train 23:35 |
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World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
National collection of European painting from Van Gogh to Turner in a landmark Trafalgar Square setting.
Vast museum of art, design and performance, loved for fashion, sculpture and major temporary exhibitions.
Lively pedestrian riverside route linking major sights, street performers, markets and excellent views across the Thames.
West End square famous for lions, fountains and events, surrounded by galleries and central to many first-time visits.
Grand royal park with Serpentine lake, broad paths and easy walks to Kensington Palace and Buckingham Palace.
A classic breakfast of sausages, bacon, eggs, beans, mushrooms and toast. A staple of British cafés and weekend dining across London.
Pale ale battered fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas and tartare sauce. A long-standing favourite in London pubs and chippies.
Slow-cooked beef in rich gravy topped with mashed potato. This hearty pie is closely associated with East London working-class food culture.
Luxury hotel venue renowned for formal afternoon tea with fine pastries, sandwiches and impeccable service in grand surroundings.
Refined Indian restaurant with a Michelin star, celebrated for polished cooking and a landmark role in London’s modern dining scene.
Historic dining room famed for traditional British pies, roast meats and classic puddings in elegant, old-school surroundings.
Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.
Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.
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Most Attenborough to London trains use the Attenborough to London St Pancras International station pair, with some services arriving at London Kings Cross. Use this guide to compare Attenborough and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Attenborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Attenborough.
Available at Attenborough: Parking.
Available at Attenborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Attenborough: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category - B Platform 1 has step free access and can be reached via a ramp with a moderate gradient. Platform 2 has step free access and can be reached via a ramp with a moderate gradient. However, to go between platforms you do have to use the level crossing which is an unsmooth surface. This station has tactile paving at the edges of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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