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Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach by train

First train

10:58

Last train

22:58

Departure station

Welwyn Garden City

Arrival station

Waterbeach

Journey time

From 1h 10m

Distance

36 miles (58 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Great Northern, Greater Anglia

Taking the train from Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach in 1 hour 10 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 36 miles (58 km) from Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Greater Anglia for all or at least part of your journey to Waterbeach.

Book train tickets from Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach 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 Waterbeach by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach

Want to know more about your journey from Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach? 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 Welwyn Garden City and Waterbeach by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach is 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach?

No, there are no direct train services from Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach. Travelling from Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

How close is Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach by train?

Welwyn Garden City and Waterbeach are around 36 miles (58 km) apart. The fastest trains can cover this distance in approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.

What is the best way to travel from Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach?

To travel from Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach, we think the best way is to take the train! Trains are comfortable and train journeys on this route take around 1 hour and 15 minutes, with the fastest trains taking 1 hour and 10 minutes - take a look at our Journey Planner for more information.

Cheap train tickets from Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Welwyn Garden City to Waterbeach is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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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