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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hertford to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$147
Average price
$147
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hertford to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hertford to Edinburgh will cost around $147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $147.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hertford for Edinburgh on Wed, Jan 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 07 the direct trains cover the 505 km distance in an average of 7 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
On Wed, Jan 07 the slowest trains will take 7 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hertford to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hertford to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €44, and a train costs an average of €83.
Distance: 313 miles (505 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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€105 Average price | €79 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest |
6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 48m Average total duration 11h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hertford to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Hertford to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:25 AM Hertford | 7h45 | 12:10 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hertford to Edinburgh
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Trains from Hertford to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $103 (€83) but you can travel from only $37 (€29) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 313 miles (505 km) distance in 5h 3m.
Distance 313 miles (505 km) |
Average train duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 (€83) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 3m |
First train 05:36 |
Last train 18:30 |
Train companies: Great Northern from Hertford to Edinburgh trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Hertford and Edinburgh from $37 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Hertford to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hertford to Edinburgh by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hertford to Edinburgh
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 19:00 Saturday 07:45 - 14:10 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access to booking office and platforms 2&3. Steps to platform 1 (some trains to London). Assistance Meeting Point is the station foyer opposite the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Platform 2/3
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 2 and 3. An unheated shelter is available on platform 1
- Storage location: Station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:15 - 18:00 Saturday 07:40 - 14:30 Sunday Closed
- Type of shops available: Tesco over the road
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop opposite the station entrance
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Information Desk- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
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