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Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North (HFN)

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25

train journeys
per day

174

miles (280 kms)

3hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 23:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North (HFN)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Preston (Lancs) and Hertford North , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North is approximately 174 miles (280 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 13 mins.

West Midlands Trains, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Hertford North.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 32 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North

Journeys from Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:33
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    09:20
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:00
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    10:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:58
    4 hrs 2 changes
    10:58
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:01
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    11:28
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:01
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    12:28
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:01
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    13:29
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:01
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    14:28
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:01
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    15:28
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:01
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    16:28
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:18
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    17:21
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:01
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    17:34
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:18
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    18:20
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:01
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    18:34
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:18
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    19:21
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:01
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    19:34
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:18
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    20:21
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:01
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    20:34
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:01
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    21:33
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:18
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    22:33
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:07
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    23:03
    Preston (Lancs)
    Hertford North
    Preston (Lancs) to Hertford North

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Hertford North Station

Station name Hertford North (HFN)
Address Hertford North station, North Road, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 1NB
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:40 - 19:00
Saturday 07:45 - 14:10
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Preston (Lancs) and Hertford North

The travel time between Preston (Lancs) and Hertford North by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Preston (Lancs) and Hertford North vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:27.

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Amenities on trains between Preston (Lancs) and Hertford North can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Preston (Lancs) & Hertford North. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

West Midlands Trains, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Hertford North.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Preston (Lancs) and Hertford North, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.