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Birmingham New Street to Hertford Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham New Street to Hertford, starting from 74.61 AZN and averaging 74.61 AZN. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 41m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:02 3h 47m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	08:49 Hertford North	Find Tickets
05:30 2h 49m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	08:19 Hertford North	Find Tickets
05:32 3h 48m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	09:20 Hertford North	Find Tickets
05:32 3h 59m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	09:31 Hertford East	Find Tickets
05:50 2h 43m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	08:33 Hertford North	Find Tickets
06:03 3h 46m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	09:49 Paris	Find Tickets

Birmingham New Street to Hertford Train Route Details

First train

05:02

Last train

23:11

Departure station

Birmingham New Street

Arrival station

Hertford

Journey time

2h 41m

Distance

145 km

Price

74.61 AZN*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Hertford

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Birmingham New Street to Hertford. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Birmingham New Street to Hertford, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham New Street to Hertford ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Birmingham New Street to Hertford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham New Street to Hertford train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Birmingham New Street to Hertford Train prices and times

Birmingham New Street to Hertford Train Route Details