Train times from Hertford East to London
Hertford East connects to 2 London terminals. The fastest route is Liverpool Street in 49 minutes on a direct train.
- Fastest journey to London
- 49 minutes to Liverpool Street
- Direct service
- Yes
- London terminals served
- 2 (Liverpool Street, Paddington)
- Operator
- Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line
- Source
- Darwin Timetable Files (Rail Delivery Group), Open Government Licence v3.0
- Data reviewed
- 2026-08-17
Hertford East to each London terminal
| London terminal | Fastest | Fastest direct | Typical peak | Peak trains | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool Street | 49 min | same as fastest | 52 min | 2.0/hr | Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line |
| Paddington | 73 minchange at Stratford (London) | no direct service | direct trains only | direct trains only | Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line |
Hertford East to Liverpool Street
The fastest train from Hertford East to London Liverpool Street takes 49 minutes and involves a direct train with no change. The route is operated by Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line. That makes Hertford East the 47th quickest of the 105 stations with a service into Liverpool Street inside 90 minutes.
That is the quickest train of the day. For a morning arrival the median journey is 52 minutes, 3 minutes longer. That median covers 15 services arriving at Liverpool Street between 07:00 and 09:30 across three sampled weekdays, roughly 2 an hour.
Hertford East to Paddington
The fastest train from Hertford East to London Paddington takes 73 minutes and involves one change of train en route. The route is operated by Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line. That makes Hertford East the 79th quickest of the 115 stations with a service into Paddington inside 90 minutes.
No direct train runs from Hertford East to London Paddington. The quickest route changes at Stratford (London).
Frequently asked questions
How long does the train from Hertford East to London take?
The fastest train from Hertford East reaches London Liverpool Street in 49 minutes. Hertford East connects to 2 London terminals: Liverpool Street, Paddington.
Which London station should I travel to from Hertford East?
Liverpool Street is the quickest at 49 minutes, on a direct service. Direct trains run to Liverpool Street.
Is Hertford East a good commuter town for London?
At 49 minutes to London Liverpool Street, Hertford East is a practical commuter choice, with the fastest journey under an hour. Direct trains keep the journey simple.
Are there direct trains from Hertford East to London?
Yes. Direct services run to Liverpool Street.
What are the nearest stations to Hertford East?
The closest alternatives are Hertford North, Ware, Bayford. These can offer a faster or cheaper route into London depending on where you live.
Other places within 60 minutes of Liverpool Street
Hertford East is one of many places you could commute from. These are other options within 60 minutes of London Liverpool Street, ranked by journey time and spread across the network rather than clustered on one stretch of line.
Nearby stations
Alternative departure points close to Hertford East, for comparing platforms rather than places.
Oakleigh Park is quicker: 19 km away and 17 minutes into London St Pancras, saving 32 minutes on the journey above. It is one of 32 stations within 20 km that beat Hertford East.