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Letchworth Museum
Local museum explaining the world’s first garden city through original plans, objects and changing displays in the town centre.
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Letchworth Garden City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Letchworth Garden City will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 12 trains that leave London for Letchworth Garden City every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 38 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.
C10164
G77039
G27010
X25059
W45470
G77039
G27010
G77126
W45470
W45433Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Letchworth Garden City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £18.
Distance: 53 km
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for London to Letchworth Garden City trains for today, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W45405 | Delayed 16:58 17:01London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h38 | 17:34 17:34Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45464 | Delayed 17:02 17:31London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h38 | 17:39 17:39Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
G77058 | Delayed 16:54 17:48London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h28 | 17:21 17:21Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18611 | Delayed 16:58 17:57London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h53 | 18:50 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45429 | Delayed 17:26 18:01London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h38 | 18:02 18:02Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
G77064 | On time 18:18 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h28 | 18:46 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82677 | On time 18:24 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h35 | 18:59 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45390 | Delayed 17:51 18:31London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h38 | 18:27 18:27Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
G77071 | On time 18:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h27 | 19:15 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82679 | On time 18:54 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h39 | 19:33 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18667 | On time 18:57 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h54 | 19:51 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45404 | Delayed 18:04 19:01London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h39 | 19:40 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
X19700 | On time 19:18 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h28 | 19:46 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18623 | On time 19:27 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h54 | 20:21 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45388 | On time 19:31 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h38 | 20:09 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
G77082 | On time 19:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h28 | 20:16 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82690 | On time 19:54 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h35 | 20:29 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 14 August | |||||
G77126 | 6:01 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h38 | 6:39 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
G27342 | 6:06 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h53 | 6:59 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
G88732+ G27342 | 6:17 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h42 | 6:59 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 1 change | |
W45477 | 6:31 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h38 | 7:09 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10163 | 6:36 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h55 | 7:31 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
G28256+ C10163 | 6:46 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h45 | 7:31 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 1 change | |
W45433 | 16:01 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h38 | 16:39 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10164 | 16:06 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h55 | 17:01 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
G77039 | 16:18 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h28 | 16:46 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
X25059 | 16:27 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h54 | 17:21 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45470 | 16:31 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h38 | 17:09 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
G27010 | 16:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h28 | 17:16 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from London to Letchworth Garden City run on average 8 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 27m.
Distance 53 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Letchworth Garden City — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Letchworth Garden City trip today.
Local museum explaining the world’s first garden city through original plans, objects and changing displays in the town centre.
Gallery and museum in a Victorian house showing local history, artworks and exhibitions about Hitchin and North Hertfordshire.
Family-friendly transport museum with working heritage buses, displays and event days at a preserved depot near Letchworth.
Formal town-centre gardens with broad lawns, flowerbeds and event space, ideal for understanding the garden city plan on foot.
Central shopping street and civic axis lined with early planned buildings, useful for seeing the town’s distinctive layout and architecture.
Riverside nature reserve and walking area with chalk stream habitat, wetlands and easy paths close to the town centre.
A Hertfordshire staple of sausages wrapped in suet pastry and baked. A hearty county dish linked with local farming and traditional home cooking.
Small triangular pastries filled with meat and onion, once common in Hertfordshire kitchens and markets as a portable savoury snack.
Tender local watercress served in a peppery soup. The county is long associated with watercress growing, making this a classic regional dish.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and warm service in a relaxed modern setting.
Stylish Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart yet comfortable atmosphere.
Reliable pub venue for British favourites, cask ales and casual meals in a central historic Garden City setting.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and hotels usually cost less than central London, but rail fares and some accommodation can still be relatively high for tourists.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave a small tip for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Letchworth 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 Letchworth Garden City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Letchworth Garden City trains use the London Kings Cross to Letchworth Garden City station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Letchworth Garden City train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
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.
Finsbury Park is 6 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Finsbury Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Finsbury Park.
Wi-Fi is available at Finsbury Park. ATMs are available at Finsbury Park.
Ticket office support is available at Finsbury Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Finsbury Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Finsbury Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Finsbury Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access to platfrom 1/2 only (towards London). Access to all other platforms via steps. Assistance Meeting Point is 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: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Letchworth Garden City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Letchworth Garden City.
Wi-Fi is available at Letchworth Garden City.
Ticket office support is available at Letchworth Garden City.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Letchworth Garden City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Letchworth Garden City: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Letchworth 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 all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is inside the ticket office, 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.
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