The average train between Hereford and Harpenden takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Hereford to Harpenden. 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 Hereford and Harpenden. The earliest departure is at 12:17 AM at night, and the last departure from Hereford is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Harpenden at 8:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Newport (S Wales) and take an average of 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 39m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Hereford to Harpenden? 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 Hereford to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Hereford station and arriving at Harpenden station via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.
Hereford to Harpenden train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Hereford station.
Hereford to Harpenden train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Harpenden station.
Book your Hereford to Harpenden train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hereford and Harpenden is 163.8 km. The road distance is 330 km.
You can take a train from Hereford to Harpenden via Newport (S Wales), London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 3h 46m.