London to Hertford train with Great Northern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Hertford

Showing times and prices for 23 Dec

Cheapest price

£16

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

49 m

Average duration

51 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

32 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Hertford will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave London for Hertford every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .

The slowest trains will take 52 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.

Abellio Greater AngliaP49024
08:400h49
London Liverpool Street (LST)
09:29Hertford East (HFE)
£161One-way
0 changes
Abellio Greater AngliaP49015
08:100h49
London Liverpool Street (LST)
08:59Hertford East (HFE)
£161One-way
0 changes
Great NorthernG81977
08:460h52
Moorgate (MOG)
09:38Hertford North (HFN)
£171One-way
0 changes
Great NorthernG81971
08:160h52
Moorgate (MOG)
09:08Hertford North (HFN)
£171One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London to Hertford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Hertford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a coach costs an average of £14.

Distance: 32 km

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3h 41m

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3h 11m

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Live departures

London to Hertford train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Hertford trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 23 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 08:35
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
greater_angliaP49015
On time
08:10 London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h49
08:59 Hertford East (HFE)
0 changesdirect
great_northernG81971
On time
08:16 Moorgate (MOG)
0h52
09:08 Hertford North (HFN)
0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Hertford

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Trains from London to Hertford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 44m.

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
32 km
Average train duration
50m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
44m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:58
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, Abellio Greater Anglia from London to Hertford trainsGreat Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between London and Hertford from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Abellio Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£15
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

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
41m
Cheapest Price
£14
Great Northern frequency
3 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: London to Hertford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Hertford 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 Hertford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
For a rich experience of Hertford, two to three days are ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy the local dining scene, and experience its charming countryside.
The train distance from London to Hertford is 32 km.
Yes, a day trip from London to Hertford is feasible. The journey takes 44m and covers 32 km. Trains run 4 times per day.
The train journey from London to Hertford covers a distance of 32 km and takes approximately 44m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train journey from London to Hertford offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of suburban landscapes, green fields, and small villages as you move further from the city.
Booking trains from London to Hertford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from London to Hertford leaves at 0:02.
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Hertford. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia.
The cost of a train ticket from London to Hertford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The cheapest way to get from London to Hertford is by train, costing approximately £14.
The last train from London to Hertford departs at 23:58.
To get from London to Hertford, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The train station in London that goes to Hertford is London Liverpool Street (LST), and it arrives at Hertford North (HFN).
Trains from London to Hertford run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Hertford.
There is no night train service from London to Hertford.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Hertford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Hertford

London
Hertford
The major train station for departures in London is London Liverpool Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Liverpool Street for your trip from London to Hertford.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday 03:10 - 01:00 Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 04:00 - 01:00 Friday,Saturday,Sunday 03:40 - 01:00 Adjacent to Platform 10
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours)
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The Station Public toilets are located down the stairs, opposite platform 11. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available adjacent to platform 10.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Adjacent to Platform 10 and can be operated by a radar key. There is also a buzzer at the toilet door.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Inside station next to taxi rank alongside platform 10 and outside Bishopsgate entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Liverpool Street
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
  • Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
  • Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
  • Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Caffè Nero
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Giraffe World Kitchen
  • Black Sheep Coffee
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Leon
  • Pret a Manger
  • Wasabi
  • & more
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
  • Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
  • St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
  • Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
  • Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for London Kings Cross
  • Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
  • Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
  • Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
  • Metro: N/A
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent in ticket hall
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: This station does not have step free access.
  • Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Public transport options for Moorgate
  • Metro: Northern, Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith & City Lines

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