First train | 09:30 | |
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Last train | 11:30 | |
Departure station | Hertford North | |
Arrival station | Birmingham | |
Journey time | From 3h 8m | |
Distance | 90 miles (145 km) | |
Changes | 3 changes | |
Price | From £33.40 | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink |
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The train from Hertford North to Birmingham usually takes 3 hours 8 minutes on average to travel 90 miles (145 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 8 minutes. You can expect to find 0 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Birmingham, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or CrossCountry, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Hertford North to Birmingham if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £33.40. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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The fastest journey time by train from Hertford North to Birmingham is 3 hours and 8 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Hertford North to Birmingham can start from as little as £33.40 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Hertford North to Birmingham. Travelling from Hertford North to Birmingham by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.
The first train from Hertford North to Birmingham leaves at 09:30. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Hertford North to Birmingham leaves at 11:30. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Hertford North to Birmingham cover a distance of around 90 miles (145 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Birmingham to Hertford North.
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