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Compare train for Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 32 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City is a train with an average price of £14.
The fastest way to travel from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City is by train with an average journey time of 34m.
Yes, you can take a train between Potters Bar and Letchworth Garden City.
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 £14 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-7.81. The journey takes 34m versus 34m 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City run on average 5 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 32m.
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 32 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
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 Letchworth Garden City trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Potters Bar and Letchworth Garden City from £14. 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
32m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
£14
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
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Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Complete guide to Letchworth Garden City
Things to do in Letchworth Garden City
Discover the best of Letchworth Garden City — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Letchworth Garden City trip today.
- Recommended
Letchworth Museum
Local museum explaining the world’s first garden city through original plans, objects and changing displays in the town centre.
- Recommended
North Hertfordshire Museum
Gallery and museum in a Victorian house showing local history, artworks and exhibitions about Hitchin and North Hertfordshire.
British Schools Museum
Family-friendly transport museum with working heritage buses, displays and event days at a preserved depot near Letchworth.
- Recommended
Broadway Gardens
Formal town-centre gardens with broad lawns, flowerbeds and event space, ideal for understanding the garden city plan on foot.
- Recommended
Broadway
Central shopping street and civic axis lined with early planned buildings, useful for seeing the town’s distinctive layout and architecture.
- Recommended
Howard Park and Gardens
Riverside nature reserve and walking area with chalk stream habitat, wetlands and easy paths close to the town centre.
Hertfordshire Clangers
A Hertfordshire staple of sausages wrapped in suet pastry and baked. A hearty county dish linked with local farming and traditional home cooking.
Hertfordshire Meat Turnovers
Small triangular pastries filled with meat and onion, once common in Hertfordshire kitchens and markets as a portable savoury snack.
Watercress Soup
Tender local watercress served in a peppery soup. The county is long associated with watercress growing, making this a classic regional dish.
L'Artista
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and warm service in a relaxed modern setting.
The Fox at Willian
Stylish Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart yet comfortable atmosphere.
The Broadway Hotel
Reliable pub venue for British favourites, cask ales and casual meals in a central historic Garden City setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and hotels usually cost less than central London, but rail fares and some accommodation can still be relatively high for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave a small tip for good service.
FAQs: Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City 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 Letchworth Garden City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The train journey from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City covers a distance of 32 km and takes approximately 32m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City is 32 km.
The first train from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City departs at 23:55.
Trains from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City.
Yes, there is a direct train between Potters Bar and Letchworth Garden City. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Great Northern.
To travel from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City.
The train station in Potters Bar that goes to Letchworth Garden City is Potters Bar station (PBR), and it arrives at Letchworth Garden City station (LET).
The cheapest way to get from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City is by train, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City 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 Letchworth Garden City offers views of picturesque countryside and green landscapes typical of Hertfordshire, making it a pleasant and somewhat scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City is feasible. The journey takes 32m and the distance is 32 km. There are 3 train trips per day.
In Letchworth Garden City, you can enjoy a film at Broadway Cinema or explore contemporary art at the Broadway Gallery. Attend cultural events at the Letchworth Arts Centre or enjoy a round of golf at the scenic Letchworth Golf Club. Discover the unique urban planning of the area through a guided walking tour. Visit the Letchworth Garden City Heritage Museum to learn about its history, enjoy interactive experiences at Standalone Farm, or relax in Norton Common and Howard Park and Gardens. Additionally, explore the International Garden Cities Exhibition to understand the garden city movement's global impact.
A visit of 1 to 2 days is typically sufficient to explore Letchworth Garden City and enjoy its unique garden city layout, local parks, and attractions.
Yes, you can take the train from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City.
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Important Stations and Airports in Potters Bar and Letchworth Garden City
Most Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City trains use the Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City station pair. Use this guide to compare Potters Bar and Letchworth Garden City 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 Letchworth Garden City
Which Potters Bar station do trains to Letchworth Garden City leave from?
Trains from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City 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 1AJ
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.
Which Letchworth Garden City station do trains from Potters Bar arrive at?
Trains from Potters Bar to Letchworth Garden City arrive at Letchworth Garden City. Letchworth Garden City is from Letchworth Garden City city centre.
Letchworth Garden CityLetchworth Garden City station, Station Road, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, SG6 3AN
City-centre transport
Getting to Letchworth Garden City from Letchworth Garden City city centre
Bus96A · 48m
Letchworth Garden City train station facilities and services
Letchworth Garden City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Letchworth Garden City.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Letchworth Garden City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Letchworth Garden City.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Letchworth Garden City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Letchworth Garden City: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Letchworth Garden City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is inside the ticket office, 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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