The cheapest and fastest trains from Hersham to Harpenden
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
1 h 42 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hersham to Harpenden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hersham to Harpenden will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hersham for Harpenden every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.
12:191h42Hersham14:01Harpenden£231One-way0 changes
12:191h42Hersham14:01Harpenden£231One-way0 changes
Live departures
Hersham to Harpenden train times
The table below shows live departures for Hersham to Harpenden trains for tomorrow, Thursday 25 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:19 Hersham | 1h42 | 14:01 Harpenden | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Hersham to Harpenden by train
Compare train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
25 Jun
26 Jun
27 Jun
28 Jun
29 Jun
30 Jun
01 Jul
Why should you book Hersham to Harpenden trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hersham to Harpenden
Trains from Hersham to Harpenden run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 12:19, the last at 12:19. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 12:19 |
Last train 12:19 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Hersham to Harpenden trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Hersham and Harpenden from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
FAQs: Hersham to Harpenden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hersham to Harpenden 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 Harpenden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hersham and Harpenden
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:50 - 12:00 Saturday 06:50 - 13:40 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Walton on Thames: Molesey Road Bus Stop A outside Greenwood Place To Surbiton: Molesey Road Bus Stop B opposite Walton Park
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:15 Saturday 06:15 - 19:15 Sunday 07:15 - 20:15
- Type of shops available: Coffee shop
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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 the front of the station Ticket Office entrance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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
- Toilets Location: Platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platform 1, 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and 4 and station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Most popular train connections from Hersham
More options for your journey from Hersham to Harpenden
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
