How to get from Luton to Hertford by bus and train?

From Luton to Hertford by bus and train

To get from Luton to Hertford in London, take the THAMESLINK train from Luton station to St Albans City station. Next, take the 724 bus from St Albans City Railway Station, St Albans station to Hertford North Railway Station, Hertford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 35 min.

95min
Train - THAMESLINK
Bus - 724724
Walk to Hertford
Leaves from Luton
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Luton
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Orpington
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St Albans City
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Albans City Railway Station, St Albans
    ID A
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 724724
    Wait for bus
    724
    Harlow Town Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hertford North Railway Station, Hertford
    ID A
    66 min
  • 7
    Walk to Hertford
    Walk to
    Hertford
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Luton to Hertford by bus and train via 102 and GREAT NORTHERN

To get from Luton to Hertford in London, take the 102 bus from Luton Station Interchange, Luton Town Centre station to Bus Station, Stevenage station. Next, take the GREAT NORTHERN train from Stevenage station to Hertford North station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min.

78min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 102102
Train - GREAT NORTHERN
Leaves from Luton Station Interchange, Luton Town Centre
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Luton Station Interchange, Luton Town Centre
    ID 4
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 102102
    Wait for bus
    102
    Stevenage
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Stevenage
    55 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Stevenage
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    GREAT NORTHERN
    Moorgate
  • 6
    Ride to train station Hertford North
    Ride to train station
    Hertford North
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Luton to Hertford
The distance between Luton, London and Hertford, London is approximately 24.81 mi, which can typically be travelled in 95 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Luton to Hertford by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Luton

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

Bus stations close to Luton:

  • Luton
  • Luton Station Interchange, Luton Town Centre
  • Rail Station Entrance, High Town
Public transport stations close to Hertford, London

Hertford is located at Hertford, London and the nearest public transport station is Hertford North Railway Station, Hertford.

Bus stations close to Hertford:

  • Hertford North Railway Station, Hertford
  • Hertford North
  • Port Vale, Hertford
Related Routes

Alternative route from Luton to Hertford by bus and train via 102 and GREAT NORTHERN

To get from Luton to Hertford in London, take the 102 bus from Luton Station Interchange, Luton Town Centre station to Bus Station, Stevenage station. Next, take the GREAT NORTHERN train from Stevenage station to Hertford North station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min.

78min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 102102
Train - GREAT NORTHERN
Leaves from Luton Station Interchange, Luton Town Centre
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Luton Station Interchange, Luton Town Centre
    ID 4
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 102102
    Wait for bus
    102
    Stevenage
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Stevenage
    55 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Stevenage
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    GREAT NORTHERN
    Moorgate
  • 6
    Ride to train station Hertford North
    Ride to train station
    Hertford North
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 95 minutes, using Bus line THAMESLINK, Bus line 724.

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

    The alternative route takes 78 minutes, using Bus line 102, Bus line GREAT NORTHERN.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 35 min.

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

    The THAMESLINK train line goes from Orpington station near Luton to St Albans City station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till St Albans City station near Hertford in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Luton to Hertford in London by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Luton and Hertford in London by train and bus is about 1 hr 35 min.

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

    Get on the THAMESLINK train from the Orpington station near Luton in London.

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

    Get off the train at the St Albans City stop, which is closest to Hertford in London.

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