The average train between Hertford and York takes 2h 19m and the fastest train takes 1h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Hertford to York. 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 York. The earliest departure is at 1:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Hertford is at 8:38 PM which arrives into York at 10:28 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hertford to York. However, there are services departing from Hertford station and arriving at York station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.
Hertford to York train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Stevenage station.
Hertford to York train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at York station.
Book your Hertford to York train tickets online with Great Northern and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Hertford and York is 249.6 km. The road distance is 273 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Stevenage to York hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 32m.