The average train between Hertford and Bristol takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. There is an hourly train service from Hertford to Bristol. 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 Hertford and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hertford is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Bristol at 6:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Moorgate and take an average of 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Hertford to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Hertford station and arriving at Bristol station via Moorgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.
Hertford to Bristol train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Hertford North station.
Hertford to Bristol train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Hertford to Bristol train tickets online with Great Northern, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Hertford and Bristol is 177.9 km. The road distance is 229 km.
You can take a train from Hertford North to Bristol Temple Meads via Moorgate, Liverpool Street Station, and London Paddington in around 3h 5m.