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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Saffron Walden
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Saffron Walden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Saffron Walden will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 4 trains that leave London for Saffron Walden on Sun, Dec 28, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 28 the direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sun, Dec 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 43 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.
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Compare bus and train for London to Saffron Walden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Saffron Walden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 39 miles (63 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€19 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Saffron Walden train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Saffron Walden trains for today, Saturday, December 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 F17753+F03347 · LE187900 | On time 10:56 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h54 | 12:50 PM Audley End (AUD) | 2 transfers | |
| F17753+F03347 · LE187900 | On time 10:56 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h46 | 12:42 PM Newport (Essex) (NWE) | 2 transfers | |
| F17863+F03339 · LE187800 | On time 11:56 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h46 | 1:42 PM Newport (Essex) (NWE) | 2 transfers | |
| F17832+F03331 · LE187700 | On time 12:56 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h46 | 2:42 PM Newport (Essex) (NWE) | 2 transfers | |
| F17799+F03323 · LE187600 | On time 1:56 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h46 | 3:42 PM Newport (Essex) (NWE) | 2 transfers | |
| 7:43 AM London | 1h13 | 8:56 AM Saffron Walden | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:57 AM London | 1h00 | 9:57 AM Saffron Walden | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Saffron Walden
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Saffron Walden run on average 12 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (63 km) distance in 52m.
Distance 39 miles (63 km) |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from London to Saffron Walden trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between London and Saffron Walden from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Saffron Walden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Saffron Walden 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 Saffron Walden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Saffron Walden
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday 03:10 - 01:00 Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 04:00 - 01:00 Friday,Saturday,Sunday 03:40 - 01:00 Adjacent to Platform 10
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Station Public toilets are located down the stairs, opposite platform 11. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available adjacent to platform 10.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Adjacent to Platform 10 and can be operated by a radar key. There is also a buzzer at the toilet door.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Inside station next to taxi rank alongside platform 10 and outside Bishopsgate entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
- Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
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