What is the cheapest way to get from Hertford to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Hertford to Reading is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hertford to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Hertford to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct train between Hertford and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Hertford to Reading. However, there are services departing from Hertford North and arriving at Reading via Liverpool Street Station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Hertford to Reading?

The distance between Hertford and Reading is 61 miles. The road distance is 55.1 miles.

How do I travel from Hertford to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Hertford to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 35m and costs £26 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Hertford to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Hertford to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hertford to Reading train from?

Hertford to Reading train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Hertford North station.

Where does the Hertford to Reading train arrive?

Hertford to Reading train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Moorgate station.

Can I drive from Hertford to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Hertford to Reading is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Hertford to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Hertford to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Hertford to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Hertford to Reading by train or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Hertford North to Moorgatetrain Stevenage - Moorgate / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
1h 35m
£27–78
Drive 54.8 mi
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1. Drive from Hertford to Readingcar 54.8 mi
1h 14m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Hertford North to Moorgatetrain Stevenage - Moorgate / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 13m
£40–76
Train via Tottenham Hale
1. Take the train from Hertford East to Tottenham Haletrain Hertford East - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Vauxhall to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
2h 40m
£30–54

Hertford to Reading by train

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Distance: 60.5 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Hertford, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Hertford North to Reading via Moorgate, Liverpool Street Station, and London Paddington in around 1h 35m.

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