The cheapest and fastest trains from Saffron Walden to London
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saffron Walden to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saffron Walden to London will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 3 trains that leave Saffron Walden for London on Wed, May 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
9:09 AM1h04Saffron Walden10:13 AMLondon$171One-way0 transfers
8:28 AM1h03Saffron Walden9:31 AMLondon$181One-way0 transfers
8:09 AM1h04Saffron Walden9:13 AMLondon$261One-way0 transfers
8:28 AM1h03Saffron Walden9:31 AMLondon$181One-way0 transfers
9:09 AM1h04Saffron Walden10:13 AMLondon$171One-way0 transfers
8:09 AM1h04Saffron Walden9:13 AMLondon$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Saffron Walden to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saffron Walden to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. 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 $14, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 39 miles (63 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Saffron Walden to London:
A bus is $0.95 (€0.76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saffron Walden to London costing on average $24 (€19).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 25m.
The journey is about 32m faster (59m by train vs 1h 31m by car) and roughly $38 (€30) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($24 (€19) vs $61 (€49)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Greater Anglia.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Saffron Walden to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Saffron Walden to London trains for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:09 AM Saffron Walden | 1h04 | 9:13 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:42 AM Saffron Walden | 1h00 | 10:42 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Saffron Walden to London by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saffron Walden to London
Trains from Saffron Walden to London run on average 12 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (63 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 39 miles (63 km) |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Saffron Walden to London trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Saffron Walden and London from $14 (€11). 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 Saffron Walden to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saffron Walden to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Saffron Walden to London
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets are located on Platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: All toilets are located on platform 2 and open between 06:00 and 23:59
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: On platform 2
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Transport for London buses operate from outside the station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Not served by rail replacement transport. Passengers to use Seven Sisters Station as an alternative; LUL Ticket Acceptance may be available.
- Metro: London UndergroundVictoria Line services
- 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)
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