First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£68
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£68
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 36 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 36 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Wombwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Wombwell will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from London to Wombwell, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 240 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Wombwell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, while a train costs an average of £131.
Distance: 240 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£131 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Wombwell:
A coach is £89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Wombwell costing on average £131.
Other travel options to Wombwell take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 27m.
You'll arrive about 1h 23m sooner (2h 25m by train vs 3h 48m by car). Tickets start at around £131 compared to roughly £46 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.
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Trains from London to Wombwell run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 21:27. The fastest train covers the 240 km distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 240 km |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 5:05 |
Last train 21:27 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Wombwell 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 Wombwell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Wombwell trains use the London St Pancras International to Wombwell station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Wombwell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Wombwell is 1 km from Wombwell city centre. Public transport options include:
Wombwell has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Wombwell.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wombwell: Parking.
Available at Wombwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wombwell: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via steep ramps and road bridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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