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The cheapest and fastest trains from Baldock to London
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £9
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £11
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 42 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 49 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 4
- Distance
- 53 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Baldock to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Baldock to London will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Fast trains
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 4 trains from Baldock to London, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
19:54 1h00 Baldock 20:54 London £9 1 One-way 0 changes
11:48 0h42 Baldock 12:30 London £9 1 One-way 0 changes7:54 0h50 Baldock 8:44 London £13 1 One-way 0 changes8:17 0h42 Baldock 8:59 London £15 1 One-way 0 changes
11:48 0h42 Baldock 12:30 London £9 1 One-way 0 changes8:17 0h42 Baldock 8:59 London £15 1 One-way 0 changes7:54 0h50 Baldock 8:44 London £13 1 One-way 0 changes19:54 1h00 Baldock 20:54 London £9 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Baldock to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Baldock to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 32m.
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 53 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 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
Frequently asked questions about your Baldock to London trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Baldock to London.
The cost of a train ticket from Baldock to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Baldock to London covers a distance of 53 km and takes approximately 32m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Baldock to London is 53 km.
The first train from Baldock to London leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Baldock to London departs at 23:58.
Trains from Baldock to London run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Baldock and London. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Thameslink, Great Northern.
Live departures
Baldock to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Baldock to London trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C82524 · GN058400+G88764 | On time 7:49 Baldock station (BDK) | 1h14 | 9:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
| C10400 | On time 8:24 Baldock station (BDK) | 0h58 | 9:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02561 | On time 8:49 Baldock station (BDK) | 0h45 | 9:34 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10386 | On time 8:54 Baldock station (BDK) | 0h58 | 9:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10395 · C93014 | On time 9:24 Baldock station (BDK) | 0h51 | 10:15 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| C10395 | On time 9:24 Baldock station (BDK) | 0h58 | 10:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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
40m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£10
Thameslink frequency
5 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
32m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
£13
Great Northern frequency
3 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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Baldock and London
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Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Baldock to London.
There is no night train service from Baldock to London.
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Pound sterling (£)
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Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- £20-40 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- £80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- £3-5 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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- Single ticket
- £2.80
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London Waterloo -> London Charing Cross, London
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
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The train journey from Baldock to London offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Hertfordshire countryside and glimpses of suburban landscapes as you approach the city.
FAQs: Baldock to London train
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Booking trains from Baldock to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Baldock to London.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Baldock and London
Most Baldock to London trains use the Baldock to London Waterloo station pair, with some services arriving at London St Pancras International. Use this guide to compare Baldock and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Baldock
Arrival train stations in London
Which Baldock station do trains to London leave from?
Trains from Baldock to London leave from Baldock. The station is 1 km from Baldock city centre at Baldock station, Station Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire, SG7 5BU.
BaldockBaldock station, Station Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire, SG7 5BU+44 345 026 4700
City-centre transport
Getting to Baldock from Baldock city centre
Bus91A · 3m
Baldock train station facilities and services
Baldock has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Baldock.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Baldock.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Baldock: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Baldock: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Baldock: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is in front of the station next to the ticket machines. 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which London station do trains from Baldock arrive at?
Trains from Baldock to London most often arrive at London Waterloo. Some services arrive at London St Pancras International, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your London arrival station.
London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus139 · 10m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 3m · £1 · every ~86 min
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London St Pancras InternationalPancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK+44 2078437688
City-centre transport
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
Bus91, N91 · 23m · £10 · every ~28 min
73, N73 · 26m · £2 · every ~33 min
390 · 48m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 11m · £2 · every ~91 min
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
London Kings CrossEuston Rd, London N1 9AL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
Bus73, N73 · 27m · £2 · every ~33 min
390 · 29m · £2 · every ~27 min
91, N91 · 29m · £14 · every ~28 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 7m · £2 · every ~91 min
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Train stations for Baldock to London
Check train stations information for Baldock and London, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Baldock that goes to London is Baldock, and it arrives at London Waterloo.
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