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Compare prices and tickets Welwyn Garden City to Branksome by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome
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Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 18:06. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 3h 46m.
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 169 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 05:04 |
Last train 18:06 |
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
Train companies: South Western Railway from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Welwyn Garden City and Branksome from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Price
£27
South Western Railway frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Welwyn Garden City to Branksome train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome 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 Branksome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully enjoy Branksome, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended, allowing time to explore the beach, local parks, and nearby attractions.
The train distance from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome is 169 km.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome offers a mix of urban and countryside views, including picturesque landscapes as you pass through the southern English countryside, making it a moderately scenic route.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome covers a distance of 169 km and takes approximately 3h 46m. Trains run 4 per day.
Booking trains from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome leaves at 5:04.
The cost of a train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £67.
The last train from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome departs at 18:06.
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome.
The cheapest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome is by train, costing approximately £34.
There is no night train service from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome.
The train station in Welwyn Garden City that goes to Branksome is Welwyn Garden City station (WGC), and it arrives at Branksome station (BSM).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome.
Yes, you can take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome.
To travel from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome, you can take a train.
A day trip from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome is not feasible, as the journey duration is 3h 46m. However, there are 4 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 169 km.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Welwyn Garden City and Branksome
Welwyn Garden City
Branksome
The major train station for departures in Welwyn Garden City is Welwyn Garden City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Welwyn Garden City for your trip from Welwyn Garden City to Branksome.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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 platform. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office. 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
The major train station for arrivals in Branksome is Branksome. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Branksome for your journey to Branksome from Welwyn Garden City.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 10:00 Saturday 08:00 - 11:00 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category C station. Steps to both platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Branksome
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Poole Road (A35) Bus Stop outside John Lewis To Poole: Poole Road (A35) Bus Stop opposite John Lewis
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