Welwyn Garden City to Hertford by train
| First train | 05:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 02:07 | |
| Departure station | Welwyn Garden City | |
| Arrival station | Hertford | |
| Journey time | From 36m | |
| Distance | 5 miles (8 km) | |
| Frequency | 59 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Welwyn Garden City to Hertford in 36 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Welwyn Garden City to Hertford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 13 minutes to travel the 5 miles (8 km) from Welwyn Garden City to Hertford by train, although you can get there in as little as 36 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 59 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Thameslink for all or at least part of your journey to Hertford.
Book train tickets from Welwyn Garden City to Hertford in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Hertford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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