How to travel from Luton to Hertford

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Compare bus and train for Luton to Hertford

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Hertford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $30 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, while a train costs an average of $33.

Distance: 15 miles (25 km)

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$30

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$33

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$8

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1h 36m

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1h 6m

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1h 54m

Average total duration

1h 24m

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38m

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0.0 - 0.0kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Hertford is a bus with an average price of $30.

This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Hertford:

A bus is $4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Hertford costing on average $33.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Hertford is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 36m.

Other travel options to Hertford take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Hertford including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Luton to Hertford among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $30 compared to roughly $8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$21. The journey takes 1h 6m versus 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Luton to Hertford

How to get from Luton to Hertford by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Luton to Hertford is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National Express
    4:50 AM1h10
    Luton
    6:00 AMHertford
    $271One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National Express
    4:50 AM1h10
    Luton
    6:00 AMHertford
    $271One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • National Express
    4:50 AM1h10
    Luton
    6:00 AMHertford
    $271One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • National Express
    5:50 AM1h10
    Luton
    7:00 AMHertford
    $291One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Luton to Hertford

Travel to Hertford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Luton to Hertford.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Luton and Hertford including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Hertford is a bus with an average price of $30.

This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Hertford:

A bus is $4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Hertford costing on average $33.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Hertford is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 36m.

Other travel options to Hertford take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 54m.

The distance from Luton to Hertford is approximately 15 miles (25 km).
The average frequency per day from Luton to Hertford is:
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Luton and Hertford as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Luton to Hertford:
  • Trains mostly depart from Luton station (LUT) and arrive in Hertford North (HFN).
  • Buses mostly depart from Luton, Station Interchange and arrive in Hertford, Mill Road (Tesco).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Luton to Hertford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Thameslink, Greater Anglia, Great Northern to go to Hertford by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Hertford by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Luton to Hertford:
  • 13 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from Luton to Hertford often also extend their vacation to go to London Stansted Airport, London, London Liverpool Street (LST), Stansted, Stevenage. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hertford and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Hertford to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To explore Hertford's key attractions, such as Hertford Castle, the Hertford Museum, and local parks, a stay of 1 to 2 days is typically sufficient.

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