The average train between Hertford and Plymouth takes 5h and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Hertford to Plymouth. 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 Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hertford is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 9:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Moorgate and take an average of 5h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Hertford to Plymouth? 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 Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Hertford station and arriving at Plymouth station via Moorgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.
Hertford to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Hertford North station.
Hertford to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Hertford to Plymouth train tickets online with Great Northern, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Hertford and Plymouth is 325 km. The road distance is 401 km.
You can take a train from Hertford North to Plymouth via Moorgate, Liverpool Street Station, and London Paddington in around 4h 56m.