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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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stevenage to Hertford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, while a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 9 miles (15 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $4 (€4) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-8.64 (€-7.07). The journey takes 40m versus 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Stevenage to Hertford run on average 18 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (15 km) distance in 12m.
Distance 9 miles (15 km) |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
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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 North -> Hertford Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stevenage to Hertford 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 Hertford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stevenage to Hertford trains use the Stevenage to Hertford North station pair, with some services arriving at Hertford East. Use this guide to compare Stevenage and Hertford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stevenage has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Stevenage.
Wi-Fi is available at Stevenage. ATMs are available at Stevenage.
Ticket office support is available at Stevenage.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stevenage: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stevenage: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stevenage: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the ticket office, 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Hertford North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hertford North.
Wi-Fi is available at Hertford North.
Ticket office support is available at Hertford North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hertford North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hertford North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hertford North: 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.
Hertford East has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hertford East.
Wi-Fi is available at Hertford East.
Ticket office support is available at Hertford East.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hertford East: Parking, WC.
Available at Hertford East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hertford East: 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.
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