The average train between Colchester and Hertford takes 2h 6m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Colchester to Hertford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Colchester and Hertford. The earliest departure is at 4:41 AM at night, and the last departure from Colchester is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Hertford at 6:27 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 55m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Colchester to Hertford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Hertford. However, there are services departing from Colchester station and arriving at Hertford East station via London Liverpool Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.
Colchester to Hertford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.
Colchester to Hertford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Hertford East station.
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The distance between Colchester and Hertford is 68.3 km. The road distance is 83 km.
You can take a train from Colchester to Hertford East via London Liverpool Street in around 1h 59m.