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It takes an average of 2h 58m to travel from Nottingham to Hertford by train, over a distance of around 91 miles (147 km). There are normally 46 trains per day travelling from Nottingham to Hertford and tickets for this journey start from £18 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:09 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:25 | |
| Departure station | Nottingham | |
| Arrival station | Hertford | |
| Journey time | From 2h 0m | |
| Distance | 91 miles (147 km) | |
| Frequency | 46 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £18 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Hull Trains, Great Northern, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
About the train journey from Nottingham to Hertford
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The train from Nottingham to Hertford usually takes 2 hours 58 minutes on average to travel 91 miles (147 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 2 hours. You can expect to find 46 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Hertford, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Nottingham to Hertford if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £18.00. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Hertford
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Nottingham to Hertford is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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