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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Hertford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 47 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£23 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Cambridge to Hertford, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to Hertford:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cambridge to Hertford costing on average £23.
Other travel options to Hertford take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 8m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (56m by train vs 58m by car). Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £10 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Hertford from Cambridge by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Cambridge to Hertford is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Hertford are London, Cambridge, St Albans, Oxford and Stevenage. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Hertford on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Cambridge is a historic university city on the River Cam, known for its colleges and punting. Its compact centre, museums and green spaces give it an academic yet lively feel.
St Albans is a historic Hertfordshire city known for Roman Verulamium and its prominent cathedral. Its compact centre mixes ancient streets, markets and green spaces with an easy, well-kept feel.
Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.
Stevenage is a Hertfordshire new town known for post-war design, green spaces and an early pedestrianised centre. The modern town centre contrasts with the Old Town’s historic high street, and nearby Knebworth House adds local character.
Travel to Hertford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cambridge to Hertford.
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to Hertford:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cambridge to Hertford costing on average £23.
Other travel options to Hertford take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 8m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cambridge and Hertford as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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