Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City train with Thameslink

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Compare train for Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 32 km

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£13

Average Price

Cheapest

£7

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

57m

Average total duration

Fastest

27m

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30m

Additional time*

29m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City is a train with an average price of £13.
The fastest way to travel from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City is by train with an average journey time of 27m.
Yes, you can take a train between Biggleswade and Welwyn Garden City.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 2m sooner (27m by train vs 29m by car). Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £7 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.

Direct services run with Thameslink.

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.

Live departures

Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City train times

The table below shows live departures for Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Thameslink4:54 Biggleswade
0h27
5:21 Welwyn Garden City0 changesdirect
Thameslink5:28 Biggleswade
0h51
6:19 Welwyn Garden City1 change
Thameslink5:58 Biggleswade
0h38
6:36 Welwyn Garden City1 change
Great Northern6:38 Biggleswade
0h28
7:06 Welwyn Garden City1 change
Great Northern7:10 Biggleswade
0h26
7:36 Welwyn Garden City1 change
Great Northern7:38 Biggleswade
0h28
8:06 Welwyn Garden City1 change
Great Northern8:09 Biggleswade
0h27
8:36 Welwyn Garden City1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City

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Trains from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City run on average 6 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 01:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 52m.

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
32 km
Average train duration
27m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
52m
First train
1:02
Last train
23:54
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
28 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: Thameslink, Great Northern from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City trainsThameslink, Great Northern trains will get you between Biggleswade and Welwyn Garden City from £13. 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
52m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£13
Thameslink frequency
14 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
26m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
£21
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

What's included in each class

Compare Great Northern classes and the amenities included in each one.

First Class
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

FAQs: Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City 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 Welwyn Garden City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train journey from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City covers a distance of 32 km and takes approximately 52m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City is 32 km.
The first train from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City leaves at 1:02.
The last train from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City departs at 23:54.
Trains from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City.
Yes, there is a direct train between Biggleswade and Welwyn Garden City. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
To travel from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City.
The train station in Biggleswade that goes to Welwyn Garden City is Biggleswade station (BIW), and it arrives at Welwyn Garden City station (WGC).
The cheapest way to get from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City is by train, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City offers pleasant views of the English countryside, featuring stretches of farmland and small villages, making it a moderately scenic route.
A day trip from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City is feasible as the journey takes 52m, covers 32 km, and trains run 4 times per day.
To explore Welwyn Garden City, a two-day visit allows you to enjoy its key attractions, local parks, and shopping areas comfortably.
Yes, you can take the train from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Biggleswade and Welwyn Garden City

Most Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City trains use the Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City station pair. Use this guide to compare Biggleswade and Welwyn Garden City train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

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

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

Trains from Biggleswade to Welwyn Garden City leave from Biggleswade. The station is from Biggleswade city centre at Biggleswade station, Station Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 8AL.
BiggleswadeBiggleswade station, Station Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 8AL+44 345 026 4700ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Biggleswade from Biggleswade city centre

BusX75 · 2m

Biggleswade train station facilities and services

Biggleswade has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Biggleswade.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Biggleswade.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Biggleswade: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at Biggleswade: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Biggleswade: 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 on the footbridge. 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.

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