- Must visit
The British Museum
World-famous museum of human history, art, and archaeology, with highlights such as the Rosetta Stone and Parthenon sculptures.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Knebworth to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Knebworth to London will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 33 trains that leave Knebworth for London on Fri, Jul 10, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 39 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.
C10114
C22576
C22575
C18618
C10169
W32880
W32876
C18616 · C82681
C18615 · C82678
C22576Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Knebworth to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 55m.
You'll arrive about 47m sooner (29m by train vs 1h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $11 (€9) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Thameslink, Great Northern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Knebworth to London trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C18615 | 7:59 AM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h41 | 8:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C18615 · C82678 | On time 7:59 AM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h36 | 8:35 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
W32880 | 8:19 AM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h25 | 8:44 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C18616 | 8:29 AM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h41 | 9:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C18616 · C82681 | On time 8:29 AM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h34 | 9:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
W32876 | 8:49 AM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h25 | 9:14 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C10175 | On time 10:42 AM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 11:22 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C22566 | On time 11:12 AM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 11:52 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C18563 | 11:42 AM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 12:22 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C22593 | On time 12:12 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 12:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C10128 | 12:42 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 1:22 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C10114 | On time 1:12 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 1:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C10161 | 1:42 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h41 | 2:23 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C10162 | On time 2:12 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 2:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C10160 | 2:42 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 3:22 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C10185 | On time 3:12 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 3:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C18528 | 3:42 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h42 | 4:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C10178 | 4:12 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 4:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C22578 | On time 4:42 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h41 | 5:23 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C22585 | 5:12 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 5:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C22583 | 5:42 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h41 | 6:23 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C22584 | On time 6:12 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h41 | 6:53 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C22577 | On time 6:42 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h42 | 7:24 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C22591 | On time 7:12 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h41 | 7:53 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G27346 | On time 7:42 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 8:22 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C22586 | 8:12 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h42 | 8:54 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C22571 | On time 8:42 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 9:22 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C22576 | 9:13 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h39 | 9:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C18572 | 9:42 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 10:22 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C22575 | 10:12 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 10:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C18618 | On time 10:42 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 11:22 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C10169 | 11:12 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h40 | 11:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C18591 | 11:42 PM Knebworth station (KBW) | 0h42 | 12:24 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Knebworth to London run on average 3 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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World-famous museum of human history, art, and archaeology, with highlights such as the Rosetta Stone and Parthenon sculptures.
Major art museum on Trafalgar Square with an outstanding collection of European paintings from the 13th to early 20th centuries.
Leading modern and contemporary art gallery in a former power station on the Thames, known for landmark exhibitions and river views.
Lively district known for street performers, elegant arcades, shopping, and easy access to theatres and central landmarks.
One of London's best walking areas, with river views, cultural venues, and a steady stream of iconic sights.
Charming neighborhood of colorful houses, independent shops, and photogenic streets that remain highly popular with visitors.
Battered white fish with thick-cut chips, traditionally served with mushy peas and tartar sauce. A classic British comfort food strongly associated with London pubs and chippies.
A traditional East London dish of minced meat pie served with mashed potatoes and parsley liquor. It is one of the city’s most distinctive working-class foods.
A hearty plate of eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, and toast. It is a staple morning meal across London and the wider UK.
A stylish, very popular restaurant inspired by Bombay cafe culture, known for its house black daal, bacon naan roll, and lively atmosphere.
An influential, established restaurant celebrated for nose-to-tail British cooking, simple ingredients, and iconic dishes such as roast bone marrow.
London’s oldest restaurant, famous for classic British dishes, game, pies, and traditional desserts in an elegant historic setting.
London is costly by UK standards. Hotels, transport, and dining add up quickly, though budget eats and free museums help control costs.
Service charge of 12.5% is often added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12%. No tip needed for pubs at the bar. Round up taxi fares or add about 10% for good service.
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Most Knebworth to London trains use the Knebworth to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at Finsbury Park. Use this guide to compare Knebworth and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Knebworth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Knebworth.
ATMs are available at Knebworth.
Ticket office support is available at Knebworth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Knebworth: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Knebworth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Knebworth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office, 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
Finsbury Park is 6 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Finsbury Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Finsbury Park.
Wi-Fi is available at Finsbury Park. ATMs are available at Finsbury Park.
Ticket office support is available at Finsbury Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Finsbury Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Finsbury Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Finsbury Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access to platfrom 1/2 only (towards London). Access to all other platforms via steps. Assistance Meeting Point is 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: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Farringdon is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Farringdon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Farringdon.
Ticket office support is available at Farringdon.
Available at Farringdon: Parking.
Available at Farringdon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Farringdon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms including level boarding to Thameslink trains from Zone C on both platforms. Manual ramps are available for other zones and for London Underground services, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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