The average train between Plymouth and Hertford takes 5h 11m and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Hertford. 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 Plymouth and Hertford. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Hertford at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 5h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Hertford. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Hertford station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.
Plymouth to Hertford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Hertford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Plymouth to Hertford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Northern.
The distance between Plymouth and Hertford is 325 km. The road distance is 401 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £100–190 and the journey takes 3h 14m.