Journey information
Overview: Train from Old Street (OLD) to Potters Bar station (PBR)
Trains from Old Street (OLD) to Potters Bar station (PBR) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 05:30. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 23m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 5:30 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Frequently asked questions about your Old Street (OLD) to Potters Bar station (PBR) trip
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Train companies: Great Northern from Old Street (OLD) to Potters Bar station (PBR) trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Old Street (OLD) and Potters Bar station (PBR) from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Old Street (OLD) and Potters Bar station (PBR)
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FAQs: Old Street (OLD) to Potters Bar station (PBR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Old Street (OLD) to Potters Bar station (PBR) 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 station (PBR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Old Street (OLD) and Potters Bar station (PBR)
Most Old Street (OLD) to Potters Bar station (PBR) trains use the London Kings Cross to Potters Bar station pair. Use this guide to compare Old Street (OLD) and Potters Bar station (PBR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Old Street from London city centre
Old Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Old Street train station facilities and services
Old Street has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Old Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Old Street.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Old Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Old Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This station does not have step-free access, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Potters Bar from Potters Bar city centre
Potters Bar is 1 km from Potters Bar city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
