Potters Bar to Baldock train with Great Northern

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Compare train for Potters Bar to Baldock

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Potters Bar to Baldock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 33 km

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£17

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£7

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1h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

37m

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30m

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33m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Potters Bar to Baldock is a train with an average price of £17.
The fastest way to travel from Potters Bar to Baldock is by train with an average journey time of 37m.
Yes, you can take a train between Potters Bar and Baldock.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-10.40. The journey takes 37m versus 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Compare prices and tickets Potters Bar to Baldock by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Potters Bar to Baldock

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Trains from Potters Bar to Baldock run on average 4 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 36m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
33 km
Average train duration
37m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
36m
First train
0:02
Last train
23:46
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Wed
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Train companies: Great Northern from Potters Bar to Baldock trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Potters Bar and Baldock from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Northern

About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Northern Duration
36m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
£15
Great Northern frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Great Northern classes and the amenities included in each one.

First Class
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

FAQs: Potters Bar to Baldock train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Potters Bar to Baldock 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 Baldock, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Potters Bar to Baldock can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The train journey from Potters Bar to Baldock covers a distance of 33 km and takes approximately 36m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Potters Bar to Baldock is 33 km.
The first train from Potters Bar to Baldock leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Potters Bar to Baldock departs at 23:46.
Trains from Potters Bar to Baldock run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Potters Bar to Baldock.
Yes, there is a direct train between Potters Bar and Baldock. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Great Northern.
To travel from Potters Bar to Baldock, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Potters Bar to Baldock.
The train station in Potters Bar that goes to Baldock is Potters Bar station (PBR), and it arrives at Baldock station (BDK).
The cheapest way to get from Potters Bar to Baldock is by train, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Potters Bar to Baldock in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Potters Bar to Baldock offers a pleasant view of the Hertfordshire countryside, with stretches of lush greenery and occasional glimpses of charming villages, making it a generally scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Potters Bar to Baldock is feasible. The journey takes 36m and covers 33 km. Trains run 3 times per day.
A day or two in Baldock is generally sufficient to explore its historical sites, local shops, and enjoy the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Potters Bar to Baldock.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Potters Bar and Baldock

Most Potters Bar to Baldock trains use the Potters Bar to Baldock station pair. Use this guide to compare Potters Bar and Baldock train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Potters Bar
Arrival train stations in Baldock

Which Potters Bar station do trains to Baldock leave from?

Trains from Potters Bar to Baldock leave from Potters Bar. The station is 1 km from Potters Bar city centre at Potters Bar station, Darkes Lane, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 1AJ.
Potters BarPotters Bar station, Darkes Lane, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 1AJWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Potters Bar from Potters Bar city centre

Potters Bar is 1 km from Potters Bar city centre. Public transport options include:

BusPb1 · 3m · £4 · every ~3 min

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.

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