The average train between Hatfield and Essex takes 2h 17m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Hatfield to Essex. 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 Hatfield and Essex. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hatfield is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Moorgate and take an average of 2h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hatfield to Essex. However, there are services departing from Hatfield station and arriving at Essex station via Moorgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.
Hatfield to Essex train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Hatfield (Herts) station.
Hatfield to Essex train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Hatfield to Essex train tickets online with Great Northern and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Hatfield and Essex is 56.1 km. The road distance is 97 km.
You can take a train from Hatfield (Herts) to White Notley via Moorgate and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 39m.