Train times from Waltham Cross to London
Waltham Cross connects to 2 London terminals. The fastest route is Liverpool Street in 26 minutes on a direct train.
- Fastest journey to London
- 26 minutes to Liverpool Street
- Direct service
- Yes
- London terminals served
- 2 (Liverpool Street, Paddington)
- Operator
- Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line
- Source
- Darwin Timetable Files (Rail Delivery Group), Open Government Licence v3.0
- Data reviewed
- 2026-08-17
Waltham Cross to each London terminal
| London terminal | Fastest | Fastest direct | Typical peak | Peak trains | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool Street | 26 min | same as fastest | 30 min | 1.6/hr | Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line |
| Paddington | 51 minchange at Stratford (London) | no direct service | direct trains only | direct trains only | Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line |
Waltham Cross to Liverpool Street
The fastest train from Waltham Cross to London Liverpool Street takes 26 minutes and involves a direct train with no change. The route is operated by Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line. That makes Waltham Cross the 11th quickest of the 105 stations with a service into Liverpool Street inside 90 minutes.
Waltham Cross to Paddington
The fastest train from Waltham Cross to London Paddington takes 51 minutes and involves one change of train en route. The route is operated by Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line. That makes Waltham Cross the 41st quickest of the 115 stations with a service into Paddington inside 90 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the train from Waltham Cross to London take?
The fastest train from Waltham Cross reaches London Liverpool Street in 26 minutes. Waltham Cross connects to 2 London terminals: Liverpool Street, Paddington.
Which London station should I travel to from Waltham Cross?
Liverpool Street is the quickest at 26 minutes, on a direct service. Direct trains run to Liverpool Street.
Is Waltham Cross a good commuter town for London?
At 26 minutes to London Liverpool Street, Waltham Cross is an excellent commuter base, with a sub-30-minute journey into central London. Direct trains keep the journey simple.
Are there direct trains from Waltham Cross to London?
Yes. Direct services run to Liverpool Street.
What are the nearest stations to Waltham Cross?
The closest alternatives are Theobalds Grove, Cheshunt, Gordon Hill. These can offer a faster or cheaper route into London depending on where you live.
Other places within 30 minutes of Liverpool Street
Waltham Cross is one of many places you could commute from. These are other options within 30 minutes of London Liverpool Street, ranked by journey time and spread across the network rather than clustered on one stretch of line.
Nearby stations
Alternative departure points close to Waltham Cross, for comparing platforms rather than places.