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Letchworth Museum
Local museum explaining the world’s first garden city through original plans, objects and changing displays in the town centre.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
22 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
23 m
Trains on 23 Sept
2
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Letchworth Garden City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Letchworth Garden City will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 2 trains from Welwyn Garden City to Letchworth Garden City, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 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.




The table below shows live departures for Welwyn Garden City to Letchworth Garden City trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C10166 | On time 15:40 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h21 | 16:01 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10172 | On time 16:10 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h21 | 16:31 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10164 | On time 16:40 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h21 | 17:01 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18610 | On time 16:58 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h23 | 17:21 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18609 | On time 17:28 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h23 | 17:51 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18628 | On time 17:58 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h23 | 18:21 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18611 | On time 18:28 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h22 | 18:50 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82679 | On time 19:11 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h22 | 19:33 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18667 | On time 19:28 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h23 | 19:51 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18623 | On time 19:58 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h23 | 20:21 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18677 | On time 20:40 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h22 | 21:02 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10168 | On time 21:08 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h21 | 21:29 Letchworth Garden City station (LET) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
![]() | 8:40 Welwyn Garden City | 0h23 | 9:03 Letchworth Garden City | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:40 Welwyn Garden City | 0h22 | 11:02 Letchworth Garden City | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58.
Distance 20 km |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:58 |
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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.
Local museum explaining the world’s first garden city through original plans, objects and changing displays in the town centre.
Gallery and museum in a Victorian house showing local history, artworks and exhibitions about Hitchin and North Hertfordshire.
Family-friendly transport museum with working heritage buses, displays and event days at a preserved depot near Letchworth.
Formal town-centre gardens with broad lawns, flowerbeds and event space, ideal for understanding the garden city plan on foot.
Central shopping street and civic axis lined with early planned buildings, useful for seeing the town’s distinctive layout and architecture.
Riverside nature reserve and walking area with chalk stream habitat, wetlands and easy paths close to the town centre.
A Hertfordshire staple of sausages wrapped in suet pastry and baked. A hearty county dish linked with local farming and traditional home cooking.
Small triangular pastries filled with meat and onion, once common in Hertfordshire kitchens and markets as a portable savoury snack.
Tender local watercress served in a peppery soup. The county is long associated with watercress growing, making this a classic regional dish.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and warm service in a relaxed modern setting.
Stylish Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart yet comfortable atmosphere.
Reliable pub venue for British favourites, cask ales and casual meals in a central historic Garden City setting.
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.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn Garden City 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.

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