How to get from Chelmsford to Hertford by train?

By train

To get from Chelmsford to Hertford in London, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Chelmsford station to Stratford station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the OVERGROUND train and finally take the GREAT NORTHERN train from Highbury & Islington station to Hertford North station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min.

92min
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Train - OVERGROUND
Train - GREAT NORTHERN
Leaves from Chelmsford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chelmsford
  • 2
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    London Liverpool Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stratford
    27 min
  • 4
    Train - OVERGROUND
    Wait for train
    OVERGROUND
    Richmond (London)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Highbury & Islington
    16 min
  • 6
    Train - GREAT NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    GREAT NORTHERN
    Stevenage
  • 7
    Ride to train station Hertford North
    Ride to train station
    Hertford North
    44 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via GREATER ANGLIA and GREAT NORTHERN

To get from Chelmsford to Hertford in London, take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Chelmsford station to Liverpool Street station. Next, take the GREAT NORTHERN train from Moorgate station to Hertford North station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 43 min.

103min
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Train - GREAT NORTHERN
Leaves from Chelmsford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chelmsford
  • 2
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    London Liverpool Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Street
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Moorgate
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    GREAT NORTHERN
    Hertford North
  • 6
    Ride to train station Hertford North
    Ride to train station
    Hertford North
    52 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Chelmsford to Hertford

The distance between Chelmsford, London and Hertford, London is approximately 48.57 mi, which can typically be travelled in 92 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chelmsford to Hertford by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Chelmsford

Chelmsford is located at Chelmsford, London and the nearest public transport station is Chelmsford.

Bus stations close to Chelmsford:

  • Chelmsford
  • Railway Station, Chelmsford City Centre
  • Bus Station, Chelmsford City Centre

Public transport stations close to Hertford, London

Hertford is located at Hertford, London and the nearest public transport station is Riversmeet, Hertford.

Bus stations close to Hertford:

  • Riversmeet, Hertford
  • Campfield Road, Hertford
  • County Hospital, Hertford

Related Routes

Alternative route by train via GREATER ANGLIA and GREAT NORTHERN

To get from Chelmsford to Hertford in London, take the GREATER ANGLIA train from Chelmsford station to Liverpool Street station. Next, take the GREAT NORTHERN train from Moorgate station to Hertford North station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 43 min.

103min
Train - GREATER ANGLIA
Train - GREAT NORTHERN
Leaves from Chelmsford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chelmsford
  • 2
    Train - GREATER ANGLIA
    Wait for train
    GREATER ANGLIA
    London Liverpool Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Street
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Moorgate
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    GREAT NORTHERN
    Hertford North
  • 6
    Ride to train station Hertford North
    Ride to train station
    Hertford North
    52 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Hertford?

    The fastest way takes 92 minutes, using Bus line GREATER ANGLIA, Bus line OVERGROUND, Bus line GREAT NORTHERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chelmsford to Hertford?

    The alternative route takes 103 minutes, using Bus line GREATER ANGLIA, Bus line GREAT NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Hertford in London?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 32 min.

  • Which train line goes from Chelmsford to Hertford in London?

    The GREATER ANGLIA train line goes from London Liverpool Street station near Chelmsford to Stratford station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Stratford station near Hertford in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Chelmsford to Hertford in London by train?

    The total travel time between Chelmsford and Hertford in London by train is about 1 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Chelmsford to get to Hertford in London?

    Get on the GREATER ANGLIA train from the London Liverpool Street station near Chelmsford in London.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Chelmsford and Hertford in London?

    Get off the train at the Stratford station, which is closest to Hertford in London.

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