Hatfield (Herts) to London Trains From £12.70*

Hatfield is a commuter town located in Hertfordshire, England. Because of its proximity to London, it takes only twenty-six minutes to get from Hatfield to London with Great Northern.

As you travel south from Hertfordshire, you’ll notice a more rural setting gradually change to suburban before you enter the heart of the UK capital with its modern, urban buildings.

Great Northern operates frequent services from London. Serving destinations at the southern end of the East Coast Mainline, such as King’s Lynn, Stevenage, Hatfield, and Cambridge.

Departing from Hatfield(Herts)

Hatfield(Herts) station is on Great North Road, at the edge of the town, on the western side of Hatfield Park, and near Hatfield House, Park, and Gardens.

The station has a car park that boasts 374 spaces that are usable all week. There’s also a taxi rank at the station's main entrance, as well as local bus routes.

Great Northern is the primary train operator on this route, serving stations like Welwyn Garden City, Moorgate, and Letchworth Garden City.

Main stops

There are three stations from Hatfield(Herts) to London. These are Potters Bar, Alexandra Palace, and Finsbury Park.

Yet, this could change due to construction work, scheduling changes, or adverse weather. It’s best to check before you travel to make sure.

If you want to buy cheap train tickets, then it’s best to book early, use a Railcard to get a discounted fare, and check sites like TrainPal to find the best deals.

Arriving at London Kings Cross

London Kings Cross features as one of the city’s key transport hubs. It acts as the southern terminus of the East Coast Mainline and is only a two-minute walk to London St Pancras International, making it a perfect station if you plan to catch a train to mainland Europe via Eurostar.

King’s Cross Station also has an equally famous and well-connected London Underground station. It serves a litany of tube lines: the Circle, Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City, and the Victoria line. Of course, there are taxis and local bus routes just outside of the station's entrance, too. King’s Cross tube station really puts it ahead of the game when it comes to arriving in London.

King's Cross station is a convenient base for exploring London's cultural and natural attractions, with the British Library, British Museum, and Regent's Park nearby—many major London hotels are also near King's Cross Station.

Great Northern train classes

• Standard Class: Great Northern Standard Class tickets offer comfortable seating, tables and power sockets for your devices.
• First Class: First- Class tickets offer wider seats and tables, free wi-fi, and comfortable seating.

Great Northern train travel advice

• Luggage: Maximum of three items of luggage. This goes up to two larger items and one smaller bag. Luggage must not exceed 30x70x90cm or weigh more than 23kg (around three stone and nine pounds). These limits are comparable to typical airline baggage restrictions.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead. Other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
• Bicycles: Bikes can be stored free of charge, but space is limited. Bikes are not allowed on trains timed to leave London between 4 pm and 7 pm Monday to Friday, except on public holidays, to make space for passengers during busy periods. There is no need to book a space.
• Children: Under 5’s can travel for free. Children aged 5 to 15 can get discounted children’s tickets. 16- and 17-year-olds can save 50% off with a 16 – 17 Railcard. Booking in advance using TrainPal helps ensure families can sit together.
• Passenger Assist: Offers ticket advice, boarding and alighting help, station navigation, guidance for visually impaired passengers, and transfers to connecting trains and local transport.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.