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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Wellingborough
Showing times and prices for Dec 15
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
97 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Wellingborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Wellingborough will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Fast trains
Of the 12 trains that leave London for Wellingborough on Mon, Dec 15, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 52 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.
C5261411:45AM0h51
London St Pancras International (STP)12:36PMWellingborough station (WEL)
$171One-way
0 transfers
C5239301:45PM0h52
London St Pancras International (STP)02:37PMWellingborough station (WEL)
$171One-way
0 transfers
C5245710:45AM0h52
London St Pancras International (STP)11:37AMWellingborough station (WEL)
$171One-way
0 transfers
C5261911:15AM0h52
London St Pancras International (STP)12:07PMWellingborough station (WEL)
$171One-way
0 transfers
C5259801:15PM0h52
London St Pancras International (STP)02:07PMWellingborough station (WEL)
$171One-way
0 transfers
C5261411:45AM0h51
London St Pancras International (STP)12:36PMWellingborough station (WEL)
$171One-way
0 transfers
C5262009:15AM0h51
London St Pancras International (STP)10:06AMWellingborough station (WEL)
$331One-way
0 transfers
C5241109:45AM0h51
London St Pancras International (STP)10:36AMWellingborough station (WEL)
$331One-way
0 transfers
C5187108:16AM0h51
London St Pancras International (STP)09:07AMWellingborough station (WEL)
$641One-way
0 transfers
C5239301:45PM0h52
London St Pancras International (STP)02:37PMWellingborough station (WEL)
$171One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Wellingborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Wellingborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 60 miles (97 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€21 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Wellingborough train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Wellingborough trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 9:12 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C52141 | On time 9:30 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h49 | 10:19 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C51682 | On time 10:05 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h51 | 10:56 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12248 | On time 10:30 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h49 | 11:19 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12190 | On time 11:00 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h53 | 11:53 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C52256 | On time 11:30 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h51 | 12:21 PM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C51871 | On time 8:16 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h51 | 9:07 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C52294 | On time 8:47 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h54 | 9:41 AM Wellingborough station (WEL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Wellingborough?
The best time to book your train from London to Wellingborough is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Wellingborough route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Wellingborough per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to Wellingborough.
Trains
from $16Buses
from $9Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Wellingborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Wellingborough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (97 km) distance in 42m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $8 (€6)
Distance 60 miles (97 km) |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 23:55 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $8 (€6)
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from London to Wellingborough trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between London and Wellingborough from $8 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
42m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
East Midlands Trains frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
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
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
$35 (€28)
Thameslink frequency
4 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
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
41m
Cheapest Price
$45 (€36)
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Trains from London to Wellingborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
For a visit to Wellingborough, one to two days are generally sufficient to explore local attractions such as the Wellingborough Museum, Irchester Country Park, and the historic Church of St. Mary the Virgin.
In Wellingborough, you can enjoy a variety of activities and sights. Visit The Castle Theatre for performances or explore Nene Court Shopping Village for unique shops and eateries. Motorsports fans can head to Santa Pod Raceway, while golf enthusiasts will appreciate Wellingborough Golf Club. For nature lovers, Sywell Country Park and Nene Wetlands Nature Reserve offer scenic spots for walks and picnics. Discover local history at Wellingborough Museum, admire the architecture of All Hallows Church, and explore Irchester Country Park with its trails and railway museum. The Hind Hotel is also notable for its historic charm.
Yes, a day trip from London to Wellingborough is feasible. The journey takes 42m and covers 60 miles (97 km). Trains run 7 times per day.
The train from London to Wellingborough takes 42m and runs 7 per day.
The train journey from London to Wellingborough offers a mix of urban and countryside views, transitioning from the bustling cityscape of London to the more tranquil landscapes of the English Midlands, with glimpses of green fields and small towns along the route.
The distance by train from London to Wellingborough is 60 miles (97 km).
The last train from London to Wellingborough leaves at 11:55 PM.
Train ticket prices from London to Wellingborough can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $10 (€8), while the average price is around $26 (€21).
The train station in London that goes to Wellingborough is London St Pancras International (STP), which connects to Wellingborough station (WEL).
The cheapest way to get from London to Wellingborough is by bus, with a cost of around $8 (€6).
Yes, there is a high-speed train from London to Wellingborough.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London to Wellingborough.
The first train from London to Wellingborough leaves at 4:41 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Wellingborough.
Yes, there is a direct train from London to Wellingborough. This service operates 6 times per day, provided by East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Wellingborough
London
Wellingborough
The major train station for departures in London is Balham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Balham for your trip from London to Wellingborough.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 21:30 Saturday 06:10 - 21:30 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Distance to city center
7 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step-free access to platforms 1 (to Croydon/Sutton/London Bridge) and platform 2 (to Victoria) via lift. During times of engineering work trains may stop on platform 3/4 which do not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Station Road entrance ticket barriers.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern 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: No
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are unheated waiting areas on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Side entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 07:00 - 13:00 Sunday 10:00 - 13:00
Distance to city center
9 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 Station. Level access to Platforms 1 and 4 from separate entrances. Steps to Platforms 2/3. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transit options for Barnes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Clapham: Rocks Lane (A306) Bus Stop B To Hounslow / Richmond : Rocks Lane (A306) Bus Stop A Buses that start / terminate at Barnes will use Queens Ride bus stand
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 06:40 - 13:20 Sunday 08:10 - 13:20
Distance to city center
11 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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 the Ticket Office.
- Accessible taxis: No
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 and 2
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Wellingborough is Wellingborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wellingborough for your journey to Wellingborough from London.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:10 - 22:15 Sunday 07:45 - 22:15
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: A number of black cabs are available from the station front throughout the day. These are wheelchair accessible.
- 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: Additional Wheelchair available
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at the front of the station. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Ticket Office upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to north car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Wellingborough
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches will leave from the front of the station
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