- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 23
$7
Average ticket price on Sep 23
$17
Fastest journey on Sep 23
28 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
28 m
Trains on Sep 23
51
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Waltham Cross to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Waltham Cross to London will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 51 trains from Waltham Cross to London, including 36 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 28 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Waltham Cross to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, while a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 38m sooner (29m by train vs 1h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $15 (€13) compared to roughly $6 (€5) 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 Greater Anglia.
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 Waltham Cross to London trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:29 AM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 11:57 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:32 AM Theobalds Grove | 0h35 | 12:07 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:43 AM Waltham Cross | 0h29 | 12:12 PM London | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:59 AM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 12:27 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:02 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h35 | 12:37 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:03 PM Waltham Cross | 0h39 | 12:42 PM London | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:29 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 12:57 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:32 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h35 | 1:07 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:43 PM Waltham Cross | 0h29 | 1:12 PM London | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:59 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 1:27 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:02 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h35 | 1:37 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:03 PM Waltham Cross | 0h39 | 1:42 PM London | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:29 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 1:57 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:32 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h35 | 2:07 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:43 PM Waltham Cross | 0h29 | 2:12 PM London | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:59 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 2:27 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:02 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h35 | 2:37 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:03 PM Waltham Cross | 0h39 | 2:42 PM London | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:29 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 2:57 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:32 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h35 | 3:07 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:43 PM Waltham Cross | 0h29 | 3:12 PM London | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:59 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 3:27 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:02 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h35 | 3:37 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:03 PM Waltham Cross | 0h39 | 3:42 PM London | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:29 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 3:57 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:32 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h35 | 4:07 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:43 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 4:11 PM London | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:59 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 4:27 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:02 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h35 | 4:37 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:03 PM Waltham Cross | 0h38 | 4:41 PM London | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:27 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 4:55 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h36 | 5:06 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:43 PM Waltham Cross | 0h30 | 5:13 PM London | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:57 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h36 | 5:33 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:58 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 5:26 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:03 PM Waltham Cross | 0h40 | 5:43 PM London | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:27 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h36 | 6:03 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:28 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 5:56 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:43 PM Waltham Cross | 0h30 | 6:13 PM London | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:57 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h36 | 6:33 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:59 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 6:27 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:27 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h36 | 7:03 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:29 PM Waltham Cross | 0h29 | 6:58 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:43 PM Waltham Cross | 0h30 | 7:13 PM London | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:59 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 7:27 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:02 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h35 | 7:37 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:29 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 7:57 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:32 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h35 | 8:07 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:43 PM Waltham Cross | 0h29 | 8:12 PM London | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:59 PM Waltham Cross | 0h28 | 8:27 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:02 PM Theobalds Grove | 0h35 | 8:37 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Waltham Cross to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (21 km) distance in 26m.
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 4 days |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Waterloo -> Westminster Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waltham Cross 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.

Most Waltham Cross to London trains use the Waltham Cross to Tottenham Hale station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Waltham Cross and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Waltham Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Waltham Cross.
Wi-Fi is available at Waltham Cross.
Ticket office support is available at Waltham Cross.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Waltham Cross: Parking, WC.
Available at Waltham Cross: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Waltham Cross: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Theobalds Grove has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Theobalds Grove.
Wi-Fi is available at Theobalds Grove.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Theobalds Grove: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Theobalds Grove: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Theobalds Grove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Tottenham Hale is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Tottenham Hale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Tottenham Hale.
Wi-Fi is available at Tottenham Hale.
Ticket office support is available at Tottenham Hale. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tottenham Hale: Parking, WC.
Available at Tottenham Hale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tottenham Hale: 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.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: 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.
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