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Potters Bar to Shortlands by train

First train

17:43

Last train

18:43

Departure station

Potters Bar

Arrival station

Shortlands

Journey time

From 1h 7m

Distance

22 miles (35 km)

Changes

Direct trains available

Train operators

Thameslink

Taking the train from Potters Bar to Shortlands in 1 hour 7 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Potters Bar to Shortlands? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 7 minutes to travel the 22 miles (35 km) from Potters Bar to Shortlands by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 7 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Thameslink for all or at least part of your journey to Shortlands.

Book train tickets from Potters Bar to Shortlands in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Shortlands by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Potters Bar to Shortlands? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Potters Bar and Shortlands by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Potters Bar to Shortlands is 1 hour and 7 minutes.

What time does the first train from Potters Bar to Shortlands leave?

The first train from Potters Bar to Shortlands leaves at 17:43. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Potters Bar to Shortlands leave?

The last train from Potters Bar to Shortlands leaves at 18:43. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Potters Bar and Shortlands by train?

Trains travelling from Potters Bar to Shortlands cover a distance of around 22 miles (35 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Potters Bar to Shortlands

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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