The average train between Hertford and Cardiff takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is an hourly train service from Hertford to Cardiff. 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 Cardiff. 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 Cardiff at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Moorgate and take an average of 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 24m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Hertford to Cardiff? 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 Hertford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Hertford North station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Moorgate station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
Hertford to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Hertford North station.
Hertford to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Hertford and Cardiff is 216.9 km. The road distance is 265 km.
You can take a train from Hertford North to Cardiff Central via Moorgate, Liverpool Street Station, and London Paddington in around 3h 28m.