The average train between Essex and Hatfield takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Essex to Hatfield. 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 hourly between Essex and Hatfield. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Hatfield at 11:15 PM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Essex to Hatfield. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Hatfield station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.
Essex to Hatfield train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Hatfield train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Hatfield (Herts) station.
Book your Essex to Hatfield train tickets online with Greater Anglia and Great Northern.
The distance between Essex and Hatfield is 56.1 km. The road distance is 97 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Hatfield (Herts) via London Liverpool Street and Moorgate in around 2h.