- Must visit
The British Museum
World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£47
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£58
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
2 h 53 m
Trains on 20 Sept
2
Distance
289 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pannal to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pannal to London will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 2 trains from Pannal to London, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 289 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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 Pannal to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £63 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £63, while a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 289 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£63 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to London take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 31m.
You'll arrive about 1h 22m sooner (2h 45m by train vs 4h 7m by car). Tickets start at around £63 compared to roughly £55 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.
The table below shows live departures for Pannal to London trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G86080+ G07951 | 6:14 Pannal station (PNL) | 2h45 | 8:59 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
G86098+ C02171 | 6:30 Pannal station (PNL) | 3h01 | 9:31 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
G86090+ G07958 | 7:02 Pannal station (PNL) | 2h57 | 9:59 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C32206+ C01948 | 7:02 Pannal station (PNL) | 3h01 | 10:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
G85355+ C02162 | 7:30 Pannal station (PNL) | 2h52 | 10:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C32208+ C01967 | 7:33 Pannal station (PNL) | 2h59 | 10:32 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Pannal to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:44, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 289 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 289 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 3:44 |
Last train 23:00 |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
National collection of European painting from Van Gogh to Turner in a landmark Trafalgar Square setting.
Vast museum of art, design and performance, loved for fashion, sculpture and major temporary exhibitions.
Lively pedestrian riverside route linking major sights, street performers, markets and excellent views across the Thames.
West End square famous for lions, fountains and events, surrounded by galleries and central to many first-time visits.
Grand royal park with Serpentine lake, broad paths and easy walks to Kensington Palace and Buckingham Palace.
A classic breakfast of sausages, bacon, eggs, beans, mushrooms and toast. A staple of British cafés and weekend dining across London.
Pale ale battered fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas and tartare sauce. A long-standing favourite in London pubs and chippies.
Slow-cooked beef in rich gravy topped with mashed potato. This hearty pie is closely associated with East London working-class food culture.
Luxury hotel venue renowned for formal afternoon tea with fine pastries, sandwiches and impeccable service in grand surroundings.
Refined Indian restaurant with a Michelin star, celebrated for polished cooking and a landmark role in London’s modern dining scene.
Historic dining room famed for traditional British pies, roast meats and classic puddings in elegant, old-school surroundings.
Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.
Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.
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London Waterloo -> London Charing Cross, London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pannal to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pannal to London trains use the Pannal to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Pannal and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pannal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Pannal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pannal: Parking.
Available at Pannal: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pannal: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Both the Leeds and Harrogate/York platforms are accessible without steps. However, step free access from one platform to the other is difficult. Harrogate/York bound has a ramp leading from the station car park, along with another stepped route down from the main road, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Stoneleigh is 18 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Stoneleigh has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Stoneleigh.
Ticket office support is available at Stoneleigh. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stoneleigh: Parking.
Available at Stoneleigh: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoneleigh: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category C station - This station does not have step-free access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railways Ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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