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Potters Bar Museum
A volunteer-run local museum covering Potters Bar’s social history, transport, schools and community life through changing displays.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hadley Wood to Potters Bar
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Hadley Wood to Potters Bar and enjoy the approximately 3 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:46.
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 3 km |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:46 |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Hadley Wood to Potters Bar trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hadley Wood to Potters Bar.
The train distance from Hadley Wood to Potters Bar is 3 km.
The first train from Hadley Wood to Potters Bar leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Hadley Wood to Potters Bar departs at 23:46.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hadley Wood and Potters Bar. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Great Northern.
Train companies: Great Northern from Hadley Wood to Potters Bar trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Hadley Wood and Potters Bar. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
2m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
£7
Great Northern frequency
25 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 Hadley Wood and Potters Bar
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hadley Wood to Potters Bar.
There is no night train service from Hadley Wood to Potters Bar.
Complete guide to Potters Bar
Things to do in Potters Bar
Discover the best of Potters Bar — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Potters Bar trip today.
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de Havilland Aircraft Museum
A transport and military museum with restored aircraft, vehicles and exhibits that appeal to history enthusiasts and families alike.
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St Albans Museum + Gallery
A regional museum and gallery with Hertfordshire collections, temporary exhibitions and family-friendly displays in nearby St Albans.
- Must visit
Trent Country Park
A broad expanse of woodland, meadows and lakes with well-marked trails, wildlife and excellent options for walking near Potters Bar.
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Northaw Great Wood and Common
A large open common with woods and rough grassland, popular for walking, horse riding and enjoying a more rural local landscape.
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North Mymms
A historic village area with a green, old church and traditional character, offering one of the most atmospheric short walks nearby.
Fish and Chips
A classic pub meal of battered cod with chips. Long tied to everyday eating across Hertfordshire and the wider South East.
Sunday Roast
A hearty roast dinner with roasted meat, potatoes, vegetables, gravy and Yorkshire pudding, traditionally eaten on Sundays in local pubs and homes.
Bangers and Mash
Sausages served with mashed potato and onion gravy. A familiar British comfort dish commonly found in pubs around Potters Bar.
Blue Olive
Popular Turkish restaurant serving charcoal grills, mezze and warm bread in a lively, polished setting on Darkes Lane.
Amici
Reliable Italian restaurant known for pizza, pasta and relaxed family dining in the centre of Potters Bar.
The Old Manor
Traditional pub venue for cask ales, burgers and British favourites, with a comfortable atmosphere suited to casual meals.
Pound sterling (£)
Potters Bar is pricier than many UK towns due to London proximity. Dining and rail travel are moderate to high, while accommodation nearby can be costly.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or tip about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Thameslink Railway
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £1.75
- Day pass
- £19.90
To the city centre
Potters Bar station -> King's Cross St Pancras, London
- Distance
- 13 km
- Travel time
- 19 min
Best option: Great Northern or Thameslink train to London Zones 1-6
- Price
- £19.90
- Duration
- 19 min
- Contactless and Oyster are accepted on TfL buses serving Potters Bar. The standard adult single bus fare is £1.75.
- For rail into London, use the operator app or buy before travel. Potters Bar appears in National Rail contactless cap tables, but bus and rail fares are separate products.
Plan your visit to Potters Bar
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Potters Bar.
The train journey from Hadley Wood to Potters Bar is relatively short and offers views of suburban landscapes and greenery typical of the Hertfordshire countryside, although it is not considered particularly scenic compared to more rural or coastal routes.
FAQs: Hadley Wood to Potters Bar train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hadley Wood to Potters Bar 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 Potters Bar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Hadley Wood to Potters Bar 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 Hadley Wood to Potters Bar.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hadley Wood and Potters Bar
Most Hadley Wood to Potters Bar trains use the Hadley Wood to Potters Bar station pair. Use this guide to compare Hadley Wood and Potters Bar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Hadley Wood
Arrival train stations in Potters Bar
Which Hadley Wood station do trains to Potters Bar leave from?
Trains from Hadley Wood to Potters Bar leave from Hadley Wood. The station is 1 km from Hadley Wood city centre at Hadley Wood station, Crescent West, Hadley Wood, Greater London, EN4 0EL.
Hadley WoodHadley Wood station, Crescent West, Hadley Wood, Greater London, EN4 0EL
City-centre transport
Getting to Hadley Wood from Hadley Wood city centre
Bus399 · 1m · £2 · every ~1 min
Hadley Wood train station facilities and services
Hadley Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hadley Wood.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hadley Wood: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hadley Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hadley Wood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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.
Which Potters Bar station do trains from Hadley Wood arrive at?
Trains from Hadley Wood to Potters Bar arrive at Potters Bar. Potters Bar is 1 km from Potters Bar city centre.
Potters BarPotters Bar station, Darkes Lane, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 1AJ
City-centre transport
Getting to Potters Bar from Potters Bar city centre
Potters Bar is 1 km from Potters Bar city centre. Public transport options include:
BusPb1 · 3m · £5 · every ~3 min
Potters Bar train station facilities and services
Potters Bar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Potters Bar.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Potters Bar. ATMs are available at Potters Bar.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Potters Bar.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Potters Bar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Potters Bar: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Potters Bar: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to all platforms via long, steep ramps (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is subway near the main entrance. 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Train stations for Hadley Wood to Potters Bar
Check train stations information for Hadley Wood and Potters Bar, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Hadley Wood that goes to Potters Bar is Hadley Wood, and it arrives at Potters Bar.
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