First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
32 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
32 m
Trains on 17 Sept
1
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Old Street (OLD) to Potters Bar station (PBR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Old Street (OLD) to Potters Bar station (PBR) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 1 trains from Old Street (OLD) to Potters Bar station (PBR), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 32 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 Old Street (OLD) to Potters Bar station (PBR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 20 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 25m sooner (28m by train vs 53m by car). Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £4 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 Great Northern.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Old Street (OLD) to Potters Bar station (PBR) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:23 Old Street (OLD) | 0h32 | 6:55 Potters Bar station (PBR) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 |
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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.

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.
Old Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Old Street.
ATMs are available at Old Street.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Old Street: Parking.
Available at Old Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Potters Bar is 1 km from Potters Bar city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Potters Bar.
Wi-Fi is available at Potters Bar. ATMs are available at Potters Bar.
Ticket office support is available at Potters Bar.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Potters Bar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Potters Bar: Bike Parking.
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.