Hertford to Preston Trains

Hertford to Preston trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Hertford and Preston takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Hertford to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 39m

Duration

228 mi

Distance

£104

Average price

Hourly

Frequency

Hertford to Preston train times

Trains run hourly between Hertford and Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hertford is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Preston at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Finsbury Park and take an average of 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, August 10, 2026

7:38 AM → 10:39 AM
3h 1m • 2 changes
8:31 AM → 11:38 AM
3h 7m • 2 changes
8:46 AM → 12:07 PM
3h 21m • 2 changes
9:16 AM → 12:38 PM
3h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, August 11, 2026

6:31 AM → 9:38 AM
3h 7m • 2 changes
7:38 AM → 10:39 AM
3h 1m • 2 changes
8:31 AM → 11:38 AM
3h 7m • 2 changes
8:46 AM → 12:07 PM
3h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, August 12, 2026

6:31 AM → 9:38 AM
3h 7m • 2 changes
7:38 AM → 10:39 AM
3h 1m • 2 changes
8:31 AM → 11:38 AM
3h 7m • 2 changes
8:46 AM → 12:07 PM
3h 21m • 2 changes
Show more

Frequently asked questions

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