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Stevenage Museum
Local museum covering Stevenage from early settlement to New Town development, with displays on everyday life and community history.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
24 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
24 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Potters Bar to Stevenage is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Potters Bar to Stevenage will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Potters Bar to Stevenage, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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 Potters Bar to Stevenage among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 23 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (23m by train vs 29m by car). Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £5 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, Thameslink.
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 Potters Bar to Stevenage trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:56 Potters Bar | 0h24 | 7:20 Stevenage | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Potters Bar to Stevenage run on average 6 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 19m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:46 |
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Discover the best of Stevenage — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stevenage trip today.
Local museum covering Stevenage from early settlement to New Town development, with displays on everyday life and community history.
Historic house interiors and art collections at nearby Knebworth House make this a strong cultural day trip from Stevenage.
Small free gallery in the town centre showing changing contemporary exhibitions, local artists and community-focused visual art.
Historic coaching street lined with independent shops, pubs and period buildings, ideal for a walk through Stevenage's older centre.
Large park with lakes, waterside paths and open green space, popular for walking, cycling and family outings.
Extensive woodland and meadows with marked trails, a local favourite for wildlife, dog walks and peaceful countryside views.
A Hertfordshire sausage made with herbs and seasoning, traditionally linked to nearby villages and long found on local pub menus.
A classic English dessert of stewed apples topped with a crumbly baked mixture. Common in Hertfordshire homes and pubs, especially in autumn.
Traditional English ale from Hertfordshire breweries, often served cask-conditioned in local pubs and valued for its regional brewing heritage.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, mezze and fresh flatbreads in a lively, casual atmosphere.
Modern Indian restaurant known for flavourful curries, tandoori dishes and a polished but relaxed setting in Stevenage Old Town.
Smart steakhouse-style venue specialising in grilled meats, burgers and cocktails, suited to a relaxed evening meal.
Stevenage is moderate for UK travel, with chain hotels, mid-priced dining and rail fares to London raising overall visitor costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Potters Bar to Stevenage 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 Stevenage, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Potters Bar to Stevenage trains use the Potters Bar to Stevenage station pair. Use this guide to compare Potters Bar and Stevenage train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Stevenage has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Stevenage.
Wi-Fi is available at Stevenage. ATMs are available at Stevenage.
Ticket office support is available at Stevenage.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stevenage: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stevenage: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stevenage: 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 the platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is 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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