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Hertford East to Stansted Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Hertford East to Stansted? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$25.50, with average prices for this route around AU$28.85. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
14:39 52 minutes, Changes required Hertford East	15:31 Stansted Airport	Find Tickets
14:39 57 minutes, Changes required Hertford East	15:36 Stansted Mountfitchet	Find Tickets
14:39 1 hour 9 minutes, Changes required Hertford East	15:48 Stansted Mountfitchet	Find Tickets
15:09 1 hour 2 minutes, Changes required Hertford East	16:11 Stansted Airport	Find Tickets
15:09 1 hour 9 minutes, Changes required Hertford East	16:18 Stansted Mountfitchet	Find Tickets
15:39 57 minutes, Changes required Hertford East	16:36 Paris	Find Tickets

Hertford East to Stansted Train Route Details

First train

00:07

Last train

23:27

Departure station

Hertford East

Arrival station

Stansted

Journey time

43 minutes

Distance

58 km

Price

AU$25.50*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Hertford East to Stansted

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Hertford East to Stansted can result in significant cost savings.

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 Hertford East to Stansted, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Hertford East to Stansted ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Hertford East to Stansted more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Hertford East to Stansted 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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Hertford East to Stansted Train prices and times

Hertford East to Stansted Train Route Details