First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Hatfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, while a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 113 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Coventry to Hatfield:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coventry to Hatfield costing on average £51.
Other travel options to Hatfield take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 56m.
Tickets start at around £51 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-29.87. The journey takes 2h 23m versus 1h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Coventry to Hatfield run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 113 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 113 km |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 0:27 |
Last train 22:24 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Discover the best of Hatfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hatfield trip today.
Volunteer-run local museum covering Hatfield's history, everyday life and community stories in the town centre.
Working watermill and museum showing traditional milling, rural heritage and changing life in the Lea valley area.
Nearby aviation museum at London Colney with de Havilland aircraft displays, cockpit viewing and strong local industry links.
Formal gardens, woodland walks and broad parkland around Hatfield House, ideal for a scenic walk near major heritage sites.
Historic high street with timber-framed buildings, pubs, independent shops and one of Hatfield's most characterful walking areas.
Large landscaped public park with lakes, trees and footpaths, popular for relaxed walks, picnics and family time outdoors.
A classic Hertfordshire breakfast cake flavoured with caraway and currants, traditionally baked for tea and local celebrations.
A traditional county bun with currants and spice, long associated with Hertfordshire home baking and afternoon tea.
A historic English dessert linked to nearby St Albans, made with puff pastry, butter, sugar, lemon and currants.
Popular Turkish restaurant in Hatfield known for grilled meats, meze and a lively, modern dining room.
Historic pub near Hatfield House serving British classics, Sunday roasts and cask ales in a traditional setting.
Country pub and restaurant outside central Hatfield serving refined British dishes in a relaxed, smart setting.
Hatfield is moderate for UK travel, with typical chain dining, standard rail fares to London, and accommodation often cheaper than central London but not especially low-cost.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Café tipping is optional, usually just small change.
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Hatfield Station -> Hatfield Town Centre, Hatfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry to Hatfield 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 Hatfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Coventry to Hatfield trains use the Coventry to Hatfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Coventry and Hatfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Coventry has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Coventry.
Wi-Fi is available at Coventry. ATMs are available at Coventry.
Ticket office support is available at Coventry. 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 Coventry: Parking, WC.
Available at Coventry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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: Yes.
Hatfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hatfield.
Wi-Fi is available at Hatfield. ATMs are available at Hatfield.
Ticket office support is available at Hatfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hatfield: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hatfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hatfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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: Yes.
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