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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Hemel Hempstead
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
3 h 27 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
248 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Hemel Hempstead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Hemel Hempstead will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
Of the 1 trains that leave York for Hemel Hempstead on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 248 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 27 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 27 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.
7:58 AM3h27York11:25 AMHemel Hempstead$1051One-way0 transfers
- 7:58 AM3h27York11:25 AMHemel Hempstead$1051One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for York to Hemel Hempstead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Hemel Hempstead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $53, and a train costs an average of $53.
Distance: 154 miles (248 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$127 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Hemel Hempstead take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 23m.
You'll arrive about 45m sooner (2h 39m by train vs 3h 24m by car). Tickets start at around $127 (€104) compared to roughly $67 (€55) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
York to Hemel Hempstead train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Hemel Hempstead trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:58 AM York | 3h27 | 11:25 AM Hemel Hempstead | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Hemel Hempstead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Hemel Hempstead run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€44) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:30, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (248 km) distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 154 miles (248 km) |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€44) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 3:30 AM |
Last train 9:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains from York to Hemel Hempstead trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains trains will get you between York and Hemel Hempstead from $53 (€44). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
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FAQs: Trains from York to Hemel Hempstead
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from York to Hemel Hempstead
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Shopping
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Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay 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: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Fishery Wharf Cafe
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Card payment only
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located within the Booking Hall Concourse. All toilet facilities are only available during Booking Office opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall Concourse. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus stops outside station entrance.
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