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Compare prices and tickets Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:03, the last at 11:18. The fastest train covers the 229 km distance in 4h 34m.
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 229 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 34m |
First train 04:03 |
Last train 11:18 |
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 Western Rail from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Port Talbot and Hemel Hempstead from £47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 53m
Cheapest Price
£37
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Hemel Hempstead can be explored comfortably in one to two days, allowing time to enjoy its key attractions such as the Old Town, Gadebridge Park, and the Marlowes Shopping Centre.
Booking trains from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £47, while the average price tends to be around £47.
A day trip from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead is not feasible, as the journey takes 4h 34m. The frequency of trains is 4 per day, covering a distance of 229 km.
The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead is by train, costing approximately £47.
The train station in Port Talbot that goes to Hemel Hempstead is Port Talbot Parkway (PTA), and it arrives at Hemel Hempstead station (HML).
The train distance from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead is 229 km.
The train journey from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead covers a distance of 229 km and takes approximately 4h 34m. Trains run 4 per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead.
The first train from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead leaves at 4:03.
The last train from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead departs at 11:18.
Yes, you can take the train from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead.
Trains from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead run approximately 4 times per day.
To travel from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead, you can take a train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead.
There is no night train service from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead.
The train journey from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead offers views of the picturesque Welsh countryside, passing through rolling hills and charming villages, making it a pleasant and scenic trip.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Port Talbot and Hemel Hempstead
Port Talbot
Hemel Hempstead
The major train station for departures in Port Talbot is Port Talbot Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Port Talbot Parkway for your trip from Port Talbot to Hemel Hempstead.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 18:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to both platforms via a footbridge with lifts
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, including a Changing Places Toilet and baby changing facilities. The National Key toilets are located on platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places Toilet is open from 06:00 to 21:30. The Accessible Toilet is open 24 hours while the Male & Female toilets and baby changing facilities are open from 06:00 to 21:00.
- 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: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle stands are located in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Port Talbot Parkway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the station car park behind the restaurant.
The major train station for arrivals in Hemel Hempstead is Hemel Hempstead. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hemel Hempstead for your journey to Hemel Hempstead from Port Talbot.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Fishery Wharf Cafe
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located within the Booking Hall Concourse. All toilet facilities are only available during Booking Office opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall Concourse. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Hemel Hempstead
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus stops outside station entrance.
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