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Hertford Museum
Local museum in a former school building, covering Hertford’s history through objects, photographs and changing displays.
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 42 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Orpington to Hertford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Orpington to Hertford will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Orpington to Hertford you need to make at least 2 changes.




The table below shows live departures for Orpington to Hertford trains for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:38 Orpington | 1h28 | 13:06 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:08 Orpington | 1h28 | 13:36 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:38 Orpington | 1h28 | 14:06 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:08 Orpington | 1h28 | 14:36 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:38 Orpington | 1h28 | 15:06 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:08 Orpington | 1h28 | 15:36 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:38 Orpington | 1h28 | 16:06 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:08 Orpington | 1h28 | 16:36 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:38 Orpington | 1h26 | 17:04 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:50 Orpington | 1h30 | 17:20 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:08 Orpington | 1h26 | 17:34 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:20 Orpington | 1h30 | 17:50 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:24 Orpington | 1h40 | 18:04 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:50 Orpington | 1h30 | 18:20 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:54 Orpington | 1h40 | 18:34 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:20 Orpington | 1h30 | 18:50 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:24 Orpington | 1h40 | 19:04 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:50 Orpington | 1h30 | 19:20 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:54 Orpington | 1h40 | 19:34 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:20 Orpington | 1h30 | 19:50 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:24 Orpington | 1h40 | 20:04 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:50 Orpington | 1h30 | 20:20 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:54 Orpington | 1h42 | 20:36 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:24 Orpington | 1h42 | 21:06 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:54 Orpington | 1h42 | 21:36 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:24 Orpington | 1h42 | 22:06 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:54 Orpington | 1h42 | 22:36 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:24 Orpington | 1h42 | 23:06 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 22:08 Orpington | 1h28 | 23:36 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 23:08 Orpington | 1h29 | 0:37 Hertford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 23:50 Orpington | 7h07 | 6:57 Hertford | 3 changes | |
| Thursday 6 August | |||||
![]() | 5:22 Orpington | 1h48 | 7:10 Hertford | 3 changes | |
![]() | 5:45 Orpington | 1h42 | 7:27 Hertford | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Orpington to Hertford run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 17:08. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 1:05 |
Last train 17:08 |
Discover the best of Hertford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hertford trip today.
Local museum in a former school building, covering Hertford’s history through objects, photographs and changing displays.
Art gallery in a converted chapel showing contemporary exhibitions, local artists and creative events in the town centre.
Volunteer-run transport museum at Hertford East station with railway artefacts, signalling items and local line history.
Riverside park around Hertford Castle with lawns, paths and event space, ideal for a central walk and town views.
Wide green park by the River Lea with sports areas, open space and easy walking access from Hertford town centre.
Pleasant waterside route linking the town with the Lea Navigation, popular for walking, wildlife spotting and quiet scenery.
A traditional English sausage made in nearby Hertfordshire with seasoning and herbs. It is a well-known county speciality often served with mash or in a breakfast.
A local variation of the classic suet pudding, traditionally filled with steak and kidney. It reflects long-standing hearty home cooking in Hertfordshire and surrounding counties.
A rustic English pie of chicken and ham in a rich sauce, commonly eaten in pubs and homes across Hertfordshire. It is a staple comfort dish in the area.
Stylish restaurant and bar offering modern British and European dishes, cocktails and a lively atmosphere near the town centre.
Popular independent café and eatery known for brunch, coffee and seasonal plates in a casual contemporary space.
Riverside pub and dining room known for British classics, Sunday roasts and a smart yet relaxed atmosphere in central Hertford.
Moderate for southern England. Dining and hotels cost more than smaller UK towns, but day-to-day costs are below central London. Rail travel to London can raise budgets.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orpington 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.

Most Orpington to Hertford trains use the Orpington to Hertford East station pair, with some services arriving at Hertford North. Use this guide to compare Orpington and Hertford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Orpington has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Orpington.
ATMs are available at Orpington.
Ticket office support is available at Orpington. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Orpington: Parking, WC.
Available at Orpington: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Orpington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Hertford East has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hertford East.
Wi-Fi is available at Hertford East.
Ticket office support is available at Hertford East.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hertford East: Parking, WC.
Available at Hertford East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hertford East: 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.
Hertford North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hertford North.
Wi-Fi is available at Hertford North.
Ticket office support is available at Hertford North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hertford North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hertford North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hertford North: 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.
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