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Compare prices and tickets Hertford to Grimsby by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hertford to Grimsby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Hertford to Grimsby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £153 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 12:34. The fastest train covers the 197 km distance in 3h 5m.
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 197 km |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £153 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 05:58 |
Last train 12:34 |
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: Great Northern from Hertford to Grimsby trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Hertford and Grimsby from £153. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£151
Great Northern frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Hertford to Grimsby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hertford to Grimsby 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 Grimsby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Hertford to Grimsby is 197 km.
A visit to Grimsby typically requires two to three days to explore its key attractions, including the Fishing Heritage Centre, the scenic docks, and nearby Cleethorpes Beach.
Booking trains from Hertford to Grimsby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hertford to Grimsby covers a distance of 197 km and takes approximately 3h 5m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Hertford to Grimsby leaves at 5:58.
The cost of a train ticket from Hertford to Grimsby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £153, while the average price tends to be around £155.
The last train from Hertford to Grimsby departs at 12:34.
Trains from Hertford to Grimsby run approximately 5 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Hertford to Grimsby is by train, costing approximately £153.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hertford to Grimsby.
There is no night train service from Hertford to Grimsby.
The train station in Hertford that goes to Grimsby is Hertford North (HFN), and it arrives at Grimsby Town (GMB).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hertford to Grimsby.
Yes, you can take the train from Hertford to Grimsby.
To travel from Hertford to Grimsby, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hertford and Grimsby
Hertford
Grimsby
The major train station for departures in Hertford is Hertford East. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hertford East for your trip from Hertford to Grimsby.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:15 - 18:00 Saturday 07:40 - 14:30 Sunday Closed
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Tesco over the road
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Hertford East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop opposite the station entrance
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 19:00 Saturday 07:45 - 14:10 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access to booking office and platforms 2&3. Steps to platform 1 (some trains to London). Assistance Meeting Point is the station foyer opposite the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2/3
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 2 and 3. An unheated shelter is available on platform 1
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Grimsby is Grimsby Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Grimsby Town for your journey to Grimsby from Hertford.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Sunday 08:45 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 1, within car park and within cycle hub
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Grimsby Town
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Station Front.
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