Hemel Hempstead to London train with West Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hemel Hempstead to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£11

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£11

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

28 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

28 m

Trains on 05 Sept

18

Distance

36 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hemel Hempstead to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hemel Hempstead to London will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.

Fast trains

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 18 trains from Hemel Hempstead to London, including 18 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .

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.

  • West Midlands TrainsW88197
    12:240h28
    Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
    12:52London Euston (EUS)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands TrainsW70318
    13:040h33
    Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
    13:37London Euston (EUS)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands TrainsW70304
    12:040h33
    Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
    12:37London Euston (EUS)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands TrainsW88201
    12:540h28
    Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
    13:22London Euston (EUS)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands TrainsW88205
    13:240h28
    Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
    13:52London Euston (EUS)
    £111One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Hemel Hempstead to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hemel Hempstead to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 36 km

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Driving

£13

Average Price

£11

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Cheapest

£20

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(fuel + tolls)

1h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

42m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 22m

Average total duration

1h 52m

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30m

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1h 6m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Hemel Hempstead to London is a coach with an average price of £11.

This is compared to other travel options from Hemel Hempstead to London:

A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hemel Hempstead to London costing on average £13.

The fastest way to travel from Hemel Hempstead to London is by train with an average journey time of 42m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hemel Hempstead and London including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 24m faster (42m by train vs 1h 6m by car) and roughly £7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£13 vs £20). 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 West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Hemel Hempstead to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Hemel Hempstead to London trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
West Midlands TrainsY81027
On time
6:00 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h37
6:37 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW70572
On time
6:23 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h30
6:53 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY81029
On time
6:33 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h34
7:07 London Euston (EUS)
0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW881566:50 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h32
7:22 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC179117:03 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h34
7:37 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW881577:20 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h32
7:52 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY810327:24 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h33
7:57 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsY810347:36 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h35
8:11 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW881617:50 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h32
8:22 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW881627:59 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h29
8:28 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW702568:03 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h36
8:39 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW881668:20 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h32
8:52 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW881708:30 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h30
9:00 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW702638:34 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h35
9:09 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW881748:50 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h32
9:22 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW881789:00 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h31
9:31 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsC246759:04 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h34
9:38 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW881829:20 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h32
9:52 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW881869:30 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h30
10:00 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW702759:34 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h33
10:07 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW881909:54 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h28
10:22 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW7028010:04 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h33
10:37 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW8819410:24 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h28
10:52 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW7028710:34 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h33
11:07 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW8819810:54 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h28
11:22 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect
West Midlands TrainsW7029211:04 Hemel Hempstead station (HML)
0h33
11:37 London Euston (EUS)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hemel Hempstead to London

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Trains from Hemel Hempstead to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 30m.

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
Distance
36 km
Average train duration
42m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
30m
First train
0:01
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, London Overground, Avanti West Coast from Hemel Hempstead to London trainsWest Midlands Trains, London Overground, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Hemel Hempstead and London from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
30m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£7
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

London Overground

About
London Overground is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of suburban rail services in and around Greater London. The services run from early morning until late at night, with some lines running 24 hours a day. The trains come in a variety of types, including the Class 378 Capitalstar, Class 172 Turbostar, Class 315, Class 317, Class 508 and Class 700 Desiro City. London Overground offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, off-peak and super off-peak tickets. Onboard facilities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, power sockets and CCTV. The most popular routes for London Overground are from Euston to Watford Junction, from Liverpool Street to Enfield Town, and from Clapham Junction to Stratford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London Overground Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest London Overground Price
£11
London Overground frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two large items of luggage and one small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Luggage racks available at the ends of carriages and overhead storage
Cancellation Policy
Refunds subject to administrative fee and fare conditions
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at many stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Maximum two dogs per passenger

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FAQs: Hemel Hempstead to London train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hemel Hempstead 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Hemel Hempstead to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train journey from Hemel Hempstead to London covers a distance of 36 km and takes approximately 30m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Hemel Hempstead to London is 36 km.
The first train from Hemel Hempstead to London leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Hemel Hempstead to London departs at 23:57.
Trains from Hemel Hempstead to London run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hemel Hempstead to London.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hemel Hempstead and London. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains.
To get from Hemel Hempstead to London, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Hemel Hempstead to London.
The train station in Hemel Hempstead that goes to London is Hemel Hempstead station (HML), and it arrives at London Euston (EUS).
The cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to London is by train, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Hemel Hempstead to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hemel Hempstead to London offers views of the English countryside and urban landscapes, but it's not typically considered a notably scenic route compared to more rural or coastal train journeys.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Hemel Hempstead to London. The journey takes 30m and the distance is 36 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views from The London Eye, catch a theatrical production in the vibrant West End Theatre District, and explore the eclectic Camden Market. Take a leisurely walk through Hyde Park or visit the Tate Modern for contemporary art. Don't miss the British Museum's vast collection, the historic Tower of London, iconic Buckingham Palace, and the political landmarks of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. St. Paul's Cathedral offers architectural beauty and rich history.
For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.
Yes, you can take the train from Hemel Hempstead to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hemel Hempstead and London

Most Hemel Hempstead to London trains use the Hemel Hempstead to London Euston station pair, with some services arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Hemel Hempstead and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Hemel Hempstead
Arrival train stations in London

Which Hemel Hempstead station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Hemel Hempstead to London leave from Hemel Hempstead. The station is 2 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre at Hemel Hempstead station, London Road, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP3 9BQ.
Hemel HempsteadHemel Hempstead station, London Road, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP3 9BQ+44 3301235247ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hemel Hempstead from Hemel Hempstead city centre

Hemel Hempstead is 1 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus20 · 13m · £2 · every ~8 min
Ml1 · 14m
20 · 16m · £2 · every ~8 min

Hemel Hempstead train station facilities and services

Hemel Hempstead has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Fishery Wharf Cafe

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Hemel Hempstead.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hemel Hempstead. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hemel Hempstead: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Hemel Hempstead: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hemel Hempstead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Card payment only, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

ApsleyApsley station, London Road, Apsley, Hertfordshire, HP3 9SX+44 3301235247ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Apsley from Hemel Hempstead city centre

Apsley is 2 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus824, 2 · 23m · £2 · every ~8 min
322 · 35m · £2 · every ~6 min

Apsley train station facilities and services

Apsley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Apsley.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Apsley. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Apsley: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Apsley: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Apsley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is accessible outside the Booking Hall, for card payment only, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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