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Trip Overview

The average train between Hertford and Bolton takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. There is an hourly train service from Hertford to Bolton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 1m
Duration
218 mi
Distance
£93
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain train London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 48m
£76–125

Hertford to Bolton train times

Trains run hourly between Hertford and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hertford is at 11:07 PM which arrives into Bolton at 9:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Tottenham Hale and take an average of 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 47m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 45m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited8h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express4h 7m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 47m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express4h 1m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 46m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 46m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 45m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hertford to Bolton? 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.

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  • Distance: 218 mi
  • Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Hertford, England and Bolton, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 12m.

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