Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train with Great Northern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£17

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£18

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

24 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

28 m

Trains on 18 Sept

50

Distance

30 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 50 trains from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX), including 41 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .

The slowest trains will take 30 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.

  • Great NorthernC18618
    22:520h30
    Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
    23:22London Kings Cross (KGX)
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • Great NorthernC22591
    19:220h31
    Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
    19:53London Kings Cross (KGX)
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • Great NorthernG27346
    19:520h30
    Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
    20:22London Kings Cross (KGX)
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • Great NorthernC10161
    13:520h31
    Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
    14:23London Kings Cross (KGX)
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • Great NorthernC10162
    14:220h30
    Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
    14:52London Kings Cross (KGX)
    £171One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £16 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 £16, while a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 30 km

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Train
Driving

£16

Average Price

Cheapest

£20

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

59m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is a train with an average price of £16.
The fastest way to travel from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is by train with an average journey time of 34m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) and London Kings Cross (KGX) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 25m faster (34m by train vs 59m by car) and roughly £3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£16 vs £20). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Great Northern, Thameslink.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times

The table below shows live departures for Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great NorthernC10181
Delayed
23:28 0:28Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h29
23:57 23:57London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10174
On time
9:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
10:22 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18636
On time
10:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
10:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10175
On time
10:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
11:22 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC22566
On time
11:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
11:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18563
On time
11:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
12:22 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC22593
On time
12:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
12:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10128
On time
12:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
13:22 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10114
On time
13:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
13:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10161
On time
13:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h31
14:23 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10162
On time
14:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
14:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10160
On time
14:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
15:22 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10185
On time
15:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
15:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18528
On time
15:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
16:24 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10178
On time
16:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
16:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18670+TubeTube from Highbury & Islington to London Kings Cross
On time
16:23 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h56
17:19 London Kings Cross (KGX)
1 change
Great NorthernC22578
On time
16:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h31
17:23 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18567+TubeTube from Highbury & Islington to London Kings Cross
On time
16:53 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h56
17:49 London Kings Cross (KGX)
1 change
Great NorthernC22585
On time
17:21 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h31
17:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18571+TubeTube from Highbury & Islington to London Kings Cross
On time
17:23 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h54
18:17 London Kings Cross (KGX)
1 change
Great NorthernC22583
On time
17:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h31
18:23 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18627+TubeTube from Highbury & Islington to London Kings Cross
On time
17:53 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h58
18:51 London Kings Cross (KGX)
1 change
Great NorthernC22584
On time
18:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h31
18:53 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC22577
On time
18:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
19:24 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC22591
On time
19:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h31
19:53 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernG27346
On time
19:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
20:22 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC2258620:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
20:54 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC22571
On time
20:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
21:22 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC22576
On time
21:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
21:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18572
On time
21:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
22:22 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC22575
On time
22:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
22:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18618
On time
22:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
23:22 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC10169
On time
23:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
23:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18591
On time
23:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
0:24 London Kings Cross (KGX)
0 changesdirect
Friday 18 September
Great NorthernC101810:28 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h29
0:57 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC186624:00 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h46
4:46 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC186315:00 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h41
5:41 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101015:17 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h29
5:46 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
ThameslinkW32894+Great NorthernC101015:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h24
5:46 London Kings Cross (KGX)1 change
Great NorthernC100985:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h30
6:22 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC101806:20 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
6:52 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC186056:38 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
7:10 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18526+TubeTube from Highbury & Islington to London Kings Cross6:40 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h57
7:37 London Kings Cross (KGX)1 change
Great NorthernC186037:08 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
7:40 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC186027:38 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
8:10 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC186158:08 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
8:40 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18527+TubeTube from Highbury & Islington to London Kings Cross8:10 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h57
9:07 London Kings Cross (KGX)1 change
Great NorthernC186168:38 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
9:10 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18656+TubeTube from Highbury & Islington to London Kings Cross8:40 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h57
9:37 London Kings Cross (KGX)1 change
Great NorthernC185999:08 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h32
9:40 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
Great NorthernC18494+TubeTube from Highbury & Islington to London Kings Cross9:10 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC)
0h57
10:07 London Kings Cross (KGX)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

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Trains from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 18m.

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
30 km
Average train duration
34m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
18m
First train
4:15
Last train
23:28
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
5 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 station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsGreat Northern, Thameslink trains will get you between Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £13. 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 Thameslink Duration
36m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£10
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 Great Northern Duration
29m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
£11
Great Northern frequency
41 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

Compare Great Northern classes and the amenities included in each one.

First Class
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

FAQs: Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) covers a distance of 30 km and takes approximately 18m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is 30 km.
The first train from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) leaves at 4:15.
The last train from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) departs at 23:28.
Trains from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
Yes, there is a direct train between Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) and London Kings Cross (KGX). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Great Northern, Thameslink.
To get from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
The cheapest way to get from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is by train, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross offers a glimpse of the picturesque Hertfordshire countryside, interspersed with charming towns and green landscapes, before transitioning to the urban scenery as it approaches central London.
Yes, a day trip from Welwyn Garden City to London Kings Cross is feasible with a journey time of 18m and a distance of 30 km. Trains run frequently, with a frequency of 5 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX).

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Important Stations and Airports in Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) and London Kings Cross (KGX)

Most Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the Welwyn Garden City to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) and London Kings Cross (KGX) 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
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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