What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Hertford?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Hertford is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Hertford?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Hertford is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Hertford?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Hertford station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and St Peter's Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Hertford?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Hertford. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Hertford North via London Paddington and Moorgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Reading to Hertford?

The distance between Reading and Hertford is 61 miles. The road distance is 56.7 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Hertford without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Hertford without a car is to train via London which takes 2h and costs £22 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Hertford?

It takes approximately 2h to get from Reading to Hertford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hertford bus from?

Reading to Hertford bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hertford train from?

Reading to Hertford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Hertford?

The best way to get from Reading to Hertford is to train via London which takes 2h and costs £22 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 724 bus, which costs £30 - £40 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Reading to Hertford bus arrive?

Reading to Hertford bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Hertford train arrive?

Reading to Hertford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Hertford?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Hertford is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Reading to Hertford.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Hertford?

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Where can I stay near Hertford?

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Reading to Hertford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 724 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Hertford by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Moorgate to Hertford Northtrain Moorgate - Stevenage / ...
2h
£23–56
Drive 56.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Hertfordcar 56.4 mi
1h 8m
£14–20
Bus, line 724 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Peter's Streetbus 724 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Peter's Street to Bus Stationbus 724
5h 2m
£33–39
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Moorgate to Hertford Northtrain Moorgate - Stevenage / ...
2h 12m
£23–40
Train via Tottenham Hale
1. Take the train from Reading to Vauxhalltrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Tottenham Hale to Hertford Easttrain London Liverpool Street - Hertford East / ...
2h 40m
£31–63

Reading to Hertford by train

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Distance: 60.6 mi
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Reading, England and Hertford, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Hertford North via London Paddington, Liverpool Street Station, and Moorgate in around 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and St Peter's Street in around 5h 2m.

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