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Hertford Museum
Local history museum in Hertford Castle sharing the town's past through objects, exhibitions, and stories in a memorable historic setting.
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Hertford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Hertford will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
It's difficult to get from London to Hertford without transferring at least once.
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NXA2 · NX737Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Hertford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a bus costs an average of $29.
Distance: 19 miles (32 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Hertford:
A train is $17 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Hertford costing on average $37.
Other travel options to Hertford take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 29m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:01AM | Arrival Time 03:47AM | Duration 3h46 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Metroline Travel | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 06:07AM | Duration 3h07 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:02AM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 04:44AM | Arrival Time 07:12AM | Duration 2h28 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Metroline Travel | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Metroline Travel | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 07:42AM | Duration 2h17 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:13AM | Duration 2h43 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Metroline Travel | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 09:46AM | Duration 3h56 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 09:27AM | Duration 3h17 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:37AM | Duration 3h37 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:47PM | Duration 3h17 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:57PM | Duration 3h27 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:47PM | Duration 3h47 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:57PM | Duration 3h27 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 03:47AM | Duration 4h17 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
The table below shows live departures for London to Hertford buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:00 PM London | 3h45 | 5:45 PM Hertford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM London | 3h15 | 10:45 PM Hertford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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NXA2 · NX737 | 12:01 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h46 | 3:47 AM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) | 1 transfer | |
NXA2 · NX737 | 4:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h02 | 7:02 AM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · NX737 | 4:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 7:45 AM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) | 1 transfer | |
NXA2 · NX737 | 6:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h17 | 9:27 AM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · NX737 | 6:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h30 | 10:00 AM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) | 1 transfer | |
NXA31 · NX737 | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h37 | 11:37 AM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · NX737 | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 12:15 PM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · NX737 | 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 2:45 PM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) | 1 transfer | |
NXA1 · NX737 | 11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h17 | 2:47 PM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) | 1 transfer | |
NXA1 · NX737 | 1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h27 | 4:57 PM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · NX737 | 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 5:45 PM Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from London to Hertford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 but you can travel from only $19 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:04, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 19 miles (32 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 19 miles (32 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 12:04 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Hertford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hertford trip today.
Local history museum in Hertford Castle sharing the town's past through objects, exhibitions, and stories in a memorable historic setting.
House museum and sculpture setting west of Hertford, celebrated for Henry Moore works, landscape, and rotating art installations.
Art space and event venue in a restored chapel, presenting contemporary exhibitions and creative programmes in an unusual historic interior.
Castle grounds and riverside lawns in the town centre, ideal for walks, events, and classic views of Hertford's best-known historic site.
Popular green corridor for walking and cycling along the River Lea, linking waterside scenery with wildlife and nearby heritage features.
Central shopping street with historic buildings, markets, and easy access to landmarks. Good for soaking up Hertford's everyday character.
A traditional Herts sausage made with sage and local seasoning. It is closely associated with the county and often served with mash or in a full breakfast.
Classic English ale historically brewed across Hertfordshire. Local cask beers remain a staple in pubs around Hertford and reflect the county’s brewing tradition.
A rustic apple dessert linked to the county’s orchard heritage. Usually baked with stewed apples and a buttery topping, it is a familiar local pub pudding.
A long-running Italian restaurant with a polished dining room, known for reliable pasta, seafood, and celebratory meals close to the town centre.
A stylish riverside gastropub known for modern British cooking, craft drinks, and a lively but relaxed setting near Hertford town centre.
An established pub and dining room serving British classics, Sunday roasts, and local ales in a historic building with a traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and rail to London can raise costs, but pubs, cafes, and local buses are manageable for most visitors.
Service may be included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) -> Hertford Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Hertford by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hertford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Hertford buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Hertford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station is 9 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station. ATMs are available at London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station.
Available at London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station: Accessible for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G) is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and concourse area.
Ticket office support is available at London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G).
Available at London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G): Elevators, ramps.
Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco). ATMs are available at Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco).
Ticket office support is available at Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco).
Available at Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco): Bus stop is accessible for wheelchair users.
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