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Leicester to Hertford Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Leicester to Hertford, starting from £60.60 and averaging £87.40. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 57 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
20:42 2 hours 21 minutes, Changes required Leicester	23:03 Hertford North	Find Tickets
21:04 2 hours 27 minutes, Changes required Leicester	23:31 Hertford East	Find Tickets
21:19 2 hours 39 minutes, Changes required Leicester	23:58 Hertford North	Find Tickets
21:23 2 hours 38 minutes, Changes required Leicester	00:01 +1 Hertford East	Find Tickets
22:06 2 hours 37 minutes, Changes required Leicester	00:43 +1 Hertford North	Find Tickets
22:52 3 hours, Changes required Leicester	01:52 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Leicester to Hertford Train Route Details

First train

05:47

Last train

22:52

Departure station

Leicester

Arrival station

Hertford

Journey time

1 hour 57 minutes

Distance

117 km

Price

£60.60*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Leicester to Hertford

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Leicester to Hertford. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Leicester to Hertford for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Leicester to Hertford, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Leicester to Hertford train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Leicester to Hertford Train prices and times

Leicester to Hertford Train Route Details