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Overview: Train from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 11m.
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 12 km |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 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
Frequently asked questions about your Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar.
The cost of a train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £7.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar covers a distance of 12 km and takes approximately 11m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar is 12 km.
The first train from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar departs at 23:48.
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Welwyn Garden City and Potters Bar. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Great Northern, Thameslink.
Live departures
Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar train times
The table below shows live departures for Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar trains for today, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C56285 | 6:09 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h13 | 6:22 Potters Bar station (PBR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C10180 | On time 6:20 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h09 | 6:29 Potters Bar station (PBR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C18538 | 6:23 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h13 | 6:36 Potters Bar station (PBR) | 0 changesdirect | |
 G28283 | 6:30 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h11 | 6:41 Potters Bar station (PBR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C18605 | 6:38 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h09 | 6:47 Potters Bar station (PBR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C18526 | 6:40 Welwyn Garden City station (WGC) | 0h13 | 6:53 Potters Bar station (PBR) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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
11m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£7
Thameslink frequency
1 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
13m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
£7
Great Northern frequency
3 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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Welwyn Garden City and Potters Bar
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar.
There is no night train service from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar.
Complete guide to Potters Bar
Things to do in Potters Bar
Discover the best of Potters Bar — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Potters Bar trip today.
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de Havilland Aircraft Museum
A transport and military museum with restored aircraft, vehicles and exhibits that appeal to history enthusiasts and families alike.
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St Albans Museum + Gallery
A regional museum and gallery with Hertfordshire collections, temporary exhibitions and family-friendly displays in nearby St Albans.
- Must visit
Trent Country Park
A broad expanse of woodland, meadows and lakes with well-marked trails, wildlife and excellent options for walking near Potters Bar.
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Northaw Great Wood and Common
A large open common with woods and rough grassland, popular for walking, horse riding and enjoying a more rural local landscape.
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North Mymms
A historic village area with a green, old church and traditional character, offering one of the most atmospheric short walks nearby.
Fish and Chips
A classic pub meal of battered cod with chips. Long tied to everyday eating across Hertfordshire and the wider South East.
Sunday Roast
A hearty roast dinner with roasted meat, potatoes, vegetables, gravy and Yorkshire pudding, traditionally eaten on Sundays in local pubs and homes.
Bangers and Mash
Sausages served with mashed potato and onion gravy. A familiar British comfort dish commonly found in pubs around Potters Bar.
Blue Olive
Popular Turkish restaurant serving charcoal grills, mezze and warm bread in a lively, polished setting on Darkes Lane.
Amici
Reliable Italian restaurant known for pizza, pasta and relaxed family dining in the centre of Potters Bar.
The Old Manor
Traditional pub venue for cask ales, burgers and British favourites, with a comfortable atmosphere suited to casual meals.
Pound sterling (£)
Potters Bar is pricier than many UK towns due to London proximity. Dining and rail travel are moderate to high, while accommodation nearby can be costly.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or tip about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Thameslink Railway
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £1.75
- Day pass
- £19.90
To the city centre
Potters Bar station -> King's Cross St Pancras, London
- Distance
- 13 km
- Travel time
- 19 min
Best option: Great Northern or Thameslink train to London Zones 1-6
- Price
- £19.90
- Duration
- 19 min
- Contactless and Oyster are accepted on TfL buses serving Potters Bar. The standard adult single bus fare is £1.75.
- For rail into London, use the operator app or buy before travel. Potters Bar appears in National Rail contactless cap tables, but bus and rail fares are separate products.
Plan your visit to Potters Bar
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Potters Bar.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar offers pleasant views of the Hertfordshire countryside, with glimpses of green fields and woodlands, though it is not considered a notably scenic route compared to others in the UK.
FAQs: Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar 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 Potters Bar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Welwyn Garden City and Potters Bar
Most Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar trains use the Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar station pair. Use this guide to compare Welwyn Garden City and Potters Bar 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 Potters Bar
Which Welwyn Garden City station do trains to Potters Bar leave from?
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar 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 6HA
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.
Which Potters Bar station do trains from Welwyn Garden City arrive at?
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar arrive at Potters Bar. Potters Bar is 1 km from Potters Bar city centre.
Potters BarPotters Bar station, Darkes Lane, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 1AJ
City-centre transport
Getting to Potters Bar from Potters Bar city centre
Potters Bar is 1 km from Potters Bar city centre. Public transport options include:
BusPb1 · 3m · £5 · every ~3 min
Potters Bar train station facilities and services
Potters Bar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Potters Bar.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Potters Bar. ATMs are available at Potters Bar.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Potters Bar.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Potters Bar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Potters Bar: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Potters Bar: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to all platforms via long, steep ramps (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is subway near the main entrance. 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Train stations for Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar
Check train stations information for Welwyn Garden City and Potters Bar, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Welwyn Garden City that goes to Potters Bar is Welwyn Garden City, and it arrives at Potters Bar.
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