First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
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
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.
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.
C18618
C22591
G27346
C10161
C10162
W32894+
C10101
C10181
C10101
C18618
G27346Omio 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
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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.
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C10181 | Delayed 23:28 0:28Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h29 | 23:57 23:57London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10174 | On time 9:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 10:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18636 | On time 10:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 10:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10175 | On time 10:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 11:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C22566 | On time 11:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 11:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18563 | On time 11:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 12:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C22593 | On time 12:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 12:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10128 | On time 12:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 13:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10114 | On time 13:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 13:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10161 | On time 13:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h31 | 14:23 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10162 | On time 14:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 14:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10160 | On time 14:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 15:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10185 | On time 15:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 15:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18528 | On time 15:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h32 | 16:24 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10178 | On time 16:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 16:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18670+ Tube 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 | |
C22578 | On time 16:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h31 | 17:23 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18567+ Tube 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 | |
C22585 | On time 17:21 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h31 | 17:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18571+ Tube 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 | |
C22583 | On time 17:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h31 | 18:23 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18627+ Tube 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 | |
C22584 | On time 18:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h31 | 18:53 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C22577 | On time 18:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h32 | 19:24 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C22591 | On time 19:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h31 | 19:53 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
G27346 | On time 19:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 20:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C22586 | 20:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h32 | 20:54 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C22571 | On time 20:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 21:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C22576 | On time 21:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 21:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18572 | On time 21:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 22:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C22575 | On time 22:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 22:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18618 | On time 22:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 23:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10169 | On time 23:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 23:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18591 | On time 23:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h32 | 0:24 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
C10181 | 0:28 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h29 | 0:57 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18662 | 4:00 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h46 | 4:46 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18631 | 5:00 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h41 | 5:41 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10101 | 5:17 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h29 | 5:46 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32894+ C10101 | 5:22 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h24 | 5:46 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C10098 | 5:52 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h30 | 6:22 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10180 | 6:20 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h32 | 6:52 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18605 | 6:38 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h32 | 7:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18526+ Tube from Highbury & Islington to London Kings Cross | 6:40 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h57 | 7:37 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C18603 | 7:08 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h32 | 7:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18602 | 7:38 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h32 | 8:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18615 | 8:08 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h32 | 8:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18527+ Tube from Highbury & Islington to London Kings Cross | 8:10 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h57 | 9:07 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C18616 | 8:38 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h32 | 9:10 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18656+ Tube from Highbury & Islington to London Kings Cross | 8:40 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h57 | 9:37 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C18599 | 9:08 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h32 | 9:40 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18494+ Tube from Highbury & Islington to London Kings Cross | 9:10 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h57 | 10:07 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
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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.
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 |
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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.

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.
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.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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