Welwyn Garden City to London train with Great Northern

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  • Great Northern
    7:530h52
    Welwyn Garden City
    8:45London
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Northern
    5:400h49
    Welwyn Garden City
    6:29London
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • Thameslink
    8:300h37
    Welwyn Garden City
    9:07London
    £171One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Welwyn Garden City to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Welwyn Garden City to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £14.

Distance: 33 km

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£27

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Live departures

Welwyn Garden City to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Welwyn Garden City to London trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great NorthernC56285
On time
6:09 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
7:00 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10180
On time
6:20 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
6:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18538
On time
6:23 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h52
7:15 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkG28283
On time
6:30 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h37
7:07 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC186056:38 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
7:10 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC185266:40 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
7:31 Moorgate (MOG)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18526+ThameslinkW45427
On time
6:40 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h49
7:29 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
Great NorthernC18532
On time
6:53 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h52
7:45 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkG28285
On time
7:00 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h37
7:37 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC186037:08 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
7:40 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10157
On time
7:10 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h54
8:04 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18574
On time
7:23 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h53
8:16 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkG28287
On time
7:30 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h37
8:07 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC186027:38 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
8:10 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10147
On time
7:40 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h54
8:34 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10147+ThameslinkW45401
On time
7:40 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h49
8:29 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
Great NorthernC22582
On time
7:53 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h53
8:46 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkG28289
On time
8:00 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h37
8:37 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18615
On time
8:08 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
8:40 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC185278:10 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
9:01 Moorgate (MOG)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18527+ThameslinkW45391
On time
8:10 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h49
8:59 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
Great NorthernC18534
On time
8:23 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h52
9:15 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
ThameslinkG28291
On time
8:30 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h37
9:07 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18616
On time
8:38 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
9:10 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18656
On time
8:40 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
9:31 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18656+ThameslinkW45408
On time
8:40 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h49
9:29 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
Great NorthernC186018:53 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h52
9:45 Moorgate (MOG)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkG28293
On time
9:00 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h37
9:37 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18494
On time
9:10 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
10:01 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18494+ThameslinkW45489
On time
9:10 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h49
9:59 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
Great NorthernC186439:32 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
10:23 Moorgate (MOG)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101749:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
10:22 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18583
On time
10:02 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
10:53 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18636
On time
10:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
10:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC1864410:32 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
11:23 Moorgate (MOG)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC1017510:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
11:22 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18650
On time
11:02 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
11:53 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernX83871
On time
11:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
11:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18654
On time
11:32 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
12:23 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18563
On time
11:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
12:22 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18492
On time
12:02 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
12:53 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernX83870
On time
12:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
12:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18577
On time
12:32 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
13:23 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10128
On time
12:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
13:22 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18555
On time
13:02 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
13:53 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10114
On time
13:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
13:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18497
On time
13:32 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
14:23 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10161
On time
13:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h31
14:23 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18557
On time
14:02 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
14:53 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10162
On time
14:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
14:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18584
On time
14:32 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
15:23 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10160
On time
14:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
15:22 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC1848815:02 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
15:53 Moorgate (MOG)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10185
On time
15:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
15:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18652
On time
15:32 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
16:23 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC1852815:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
16:24 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18579
On time
16:02 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
16:53 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC1017816:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
16:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18670
On time
16:23 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h50
17:13 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18543
On time
16:38 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h51
17:29 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernX83867
On time
16:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h31
17:23 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC1856716:53 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h50
17:43 Moorgate (MOG)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkG28325
On time
17:02 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h35
17:37 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18685
On time
17:07 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h48
17:55 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC22585
On time
17:21 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h31
17:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18571
On time
17:23 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h47
18:10 Moorgate (MOG)
0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Welwyn Garden City to London?

The best time to book your train from Welwyn Garden City to London is 7 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Welwyn Garden City to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Welwyn Garden City to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Welwyn Garden City to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Welwyn Garden City to London

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Trains from Welwyn Garden City to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 29m.

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
35m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
29m
First train
0:01
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
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.
Price information

Train companies: Great Northern, Thameslink from Welwyn Garden City to London trainsGreat Northern, Thameslink trains will get you between Welwyn Garden City and London from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
37m
Cheapest Price
£13
Thameslink frequency
10 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
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

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 Duration
29m
Cheapest Price
£9
Great Northern frequency
40 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

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Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.

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£8-15 for fast food or street food.
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£20-40 per person for a meal.
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£80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

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FAQs: Welwyn Garden City to London train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn Garden City to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to London covers a distance of 33 km and takes approximately 29m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Welwyn Garden City to London is 33 km.
The first train from Welwyn Garden City to London leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Welwyn Garden City to London departs at 23:57.
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to London run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Welwyn Garden City to London.
Yes, there is a direct train between Welwyn Garden City and London. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Great Northern, Thameslink.
To get from Welwyn Garden City to London, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Welwyn Garden City to London.
The train station in Welwyn Garden City that goes to London is Welwyn Garden City station (WGC), and it arrives at London Kings Cross (KGX).
The cheapest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to London is by train, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Welwyn Garden City to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to London offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, with glimpses of green fields and small towns, making it moderately scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Welwyn Garden City to London is feasible. The journey takes 29m, covering 33 km, with a frequency of 6 trains per day.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views from The London Eye, catch a theatrical production in the vibrant West End Theatre District, and explore the eclectic Camden Market. Take a leisurely walk through Hyde Park or visit the Tate Modern for contemporary art. Don't miss the British Museum's vast collection, the historic Tower of London, iconic Buckingham Palace, and the political landmarks of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. St. Paul's Cathedral offers architectural beauty and rich history.
For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.
Yes, you can take the train from Welwyn Garden City to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Welwyn Garden City and London

Most Welwyn Garden City to London trains use the Welwyn Garden City to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London St Pancras International. Use this guide to compare Welwyn Garden City and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Welwyn Garden City
Arrival train stations in London

Which Welwyn Garden City station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Welwyn Garden City to London leave from Welwyn Garden City. The station is from Welwyn Garden City city centre at Welwyn Garden City station, inside The Howard Centre shopping mall, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6HA.
Welwyn Garden CityWelwyn Garden City station, inside The Howard Centre shopping mall, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6HAWifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Welwyn Garden City from Welwyn Garden City city centre

Bus302, 405 · 2m · £2 · every ~5 min

Welwyn Garden City 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

Food and drink options are available at Welwyn Garden City.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Welwyn Garden City. ATMs are available at Welwyn Garden City.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Welwyn Garden City.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Welwyn Garden City: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Welwyn Garden City: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

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.

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