The average train between Thirsk and Hertford takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Thirsk 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 Thirsk and Hertford. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Thirsk is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Hertford at 11:44 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Thirsk to Hertford. However, there are services departing from Thirsk station and arriving at Hertford station via Stevenage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
Thirsk to Hertford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from York station.
Thirsk to Hertford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Stevenage station.
Book your Thirsk to Hertford train tickets online with TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Thirsk and Hertford is 283.8 km. The road distance is 309 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from York to Stevenage hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 32m.