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The cheapest and fastest trains from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar
Showing times and prices for 11 Nov
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
12 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar 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 Potters Bar will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Welwyn Garden City for Potters Bar every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 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.
07:230h14
Welwyn Garden City07:37Potters Bar
£71One-way
0 changes
07:230h14
Welwyn Garden City07:37Potters Bar
£71One-way
0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 9m.
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 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:48 |
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 Potters Bar trainsGreat Northern, Thameslink trains will get you between Welwyn Garden City and Potters Bar from £5. 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
10m
Cheapest Price
£9
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 Duration
14m
Cheapest Price
£7
Great Northern frequency
5 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
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.
Potters Bar is a small town, so a day or two is generally sufficient to explore its local attractions and enjoy the surrounding countryside.
The train distance from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar is 12 km.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar covers a distance of 12 km and takes approximately 9m. Trains run 5 per day.
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.
The first train from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar leaves at 0:04.
Yes, there is a direct train between Welwyn Garden City and Potters Bar. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Great Northern, Thameslink.
The cost of a train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The cheapest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar is by train, costing approximately £5.
The train station in Welwyn Garden City that goes to Potters Bar is Welwyn Garden City station (WGC), and it arrives at Potters Bar station (PBR).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar.
The last train from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar departs at 23:48.
Yes, you can take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar.
To travel from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar, you can take a train.
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Welwyn Garden City and Potters Bar
Welwyn Garden City
Potters Bar
The major train station for departures in Welwyn Garden City is Welwyn Garden City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Welwyn Garden City for your trip from Welwyn Garden City to Potters Bar.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
The major train station for arrivals in Potters Bar is Potters Bar. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Potters Bar for your journey to Potters Bar from Welwyn Garden City.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 07:15 - 19:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: WC located on platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on platforms 1 and 4
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station entrance and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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