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Tamworth Castle Museum
A compact local history museum inside Tamworth Castle, with displays on archaeology, costume and the town's story.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hemel Hempstead to Tamworth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Hemel Hempstead to Tamworth you need to make at least one change.

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Trains from Hemel Hempstead to Tamworth run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 22:56 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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The table below shows live departures for Hemel Hempstead to Tamworth trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:25 Hemel Hempstead | 1h42 | 13:07 Tamworth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:28 Hemel Hempstead | 1h39 | 14:07 Tamworth | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:24 Hemel Hempstead | 1h43 | 15:07 Tamworth | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:24 Hemel Hempstead | 1h43 | 16:07 Tamworth | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:24 Hemel Hempstead | 1h43 | 17:07 Tamworth | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:24 Hemel Hempstead | 1h43 | 18:07 Tamworth | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:24 Hemel Hempstead | 1h43 | 19:07 Tamworth | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:24 Hemel Hempstead | 1h43 | 20:07 Tamworth | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:24 Hemel Hempstead | 1h43 | 21:07 Tamworth | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:42 Hemel Hempstead | 1h20 | 22:02 Tamworth | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:06 Hemel Hempstead | 2h01 | 8:07 Tamworth | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:42 Hemel Hempstead | 1h25 | 9:07 Tamworth | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:42 Hemel Hempstead | 1h25 | 10:07 Tamworth | 1 change | |
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A compact local history museum inside Tamworth Castle, with displays on archaeology, costume and the town's story.
A nearby museum and gallery in the parkland of Middleton Hall, with period displays, art and seasonal exhibitions.
A volunteer-run heritage museum with vehicles, memorabilia and displays about local engineering and transport.
A large town-centre park with riverside walks, play areas, flower displays and easy access to the castle.
A landscaped lakeside country park just outside Tamworth, valued for walking trails, wildlife and peaceful scenery.
A shopping and historic core with market spaces, civic buildings and convenient access to key sights.
Staffordshire oatcakes are savoury oat pancakes, traditionally filled with cheese, bacon or sausage. They are a well-known local staple across Staffordshire.
Lobby is a hearty Staffordshire stew of beef or lamb, potatoes and root vegetables. It is traditional working-class comfort food in the wider county.
Meat and potato pie is a pub classic much loved in the Midlands. Shortcrust pastry filled with beef and potato makes it a familiar local comfort dish.
Stylish Indian restaurant known for richly spiced curries, tandoori dishes and smart modern surroundings near the town centre.
Long-established steakhouse and grill with a casual atmosphere, known for steaks, burgers and hearty mains close to the centre.
Popular riverside pub and restaurant serving British classics, grills and drinks in a relaxed setting by the canal and River Tame.
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than major cities, while local buses and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. In cafés, tipping is optional, often just small change.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Tamworth.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hemel Hempstead to Tamworth 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 Tamworth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hemel Hempstead to Tamworth trains use the Apsley to Tamworth station pair. Use this guide to compare Hemel Hempstead and Tamworth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Apsley is 2 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre. Public transport options include:
Apsley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Apsley.
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.
Available at Apsley: Parking, WC.
Available at Apsley: Bike Parking.
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.
Hemel Hempstead is 1 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre. Public transport options include:
Hemel Hempstead has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food options include: Fishery Wharf Cafe
ATMs are available at Hemel Hempstead.
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.
Available at Hemel Hempstead: Parking, WC.
Available at Hemel Hempstead: Bike Parking.
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.
Tamworth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Tamworth.
Ticket office support is available at Tamworth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Tamworth: Parking, WC.
Available at Tamworth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tamworth: 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available - A2B Taxis are at Tamworth Station on 01827 311 111. All taxis are accessible. Public waiting area for taxis, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the station front, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 23:45 Sunday 08:00 - 23:30, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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