Trains from London Euston to Hemel Hempstead from £10.00

Are you looking to take the train from London Euston to Hemel Hempstead soon? Our comprehensive guide is here to help with all the information you’ll need for your next trip, whether you’re travelling for business, exploring this Hertfordshire town’s historic charm or visiting friends and family.

Departing from London Euston station

With trains departing for destinations all over the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and Edinburgh, London Euston is a bustling, well-connected station in the UK’s capital. As well as long-distance routes, you’ll find numerous commuter and regional services available, one of which is the journey from London Euston to Hemel Hempstead.

There are lots of options for reaching London Euston by tube, with Euston underground station served by the following services:

• Northern Line
• Victoria Line
• London Overground

Meanwhile, Euston Square underground station is just 150 metres from Euston station’s western entrance and is served by the following services:

• Circle Line
• Hammersmith & City Line
• Metropolitan Line

If you prefer to arrive by bus, you’ll find frequent local bus services from across the city stopping just outside the station, meanwhile, sheltered bicycle storage is available for keen cyclists.

Once you’ve found your way to London Euston, the station is well-equipped for passengers before you depart for Hemel Hempstead. Facilities include public Wi-Fi, ATMs, water fountains, left luggage facilities, waiting rooms, seating areas, accessible toilets and baby changing facilities.

Looking to grab a coffee or something to eat before your journey from Euston to Hemel Hempstead? No problem, you’ll find a selection of stands, cafes and restaurants, such as Burger King, Camden Food Co., Itsu, Leon and Nando’s. The station is also home to a range of shops, from M&S Simply Food or Sainsbury’s Local for last-minute supplies to Oliver Bonas and Hotel Chocolat for gifts and retail therapy.

If you’ve got time for some sightseeing before your trip, why not check out nearby attractions such as Regent’s Park or the British Museum?

On board your train from Euston to Hemel Hempstead with London Northwestern Railway

Direct services from Euston to Hemel Hempstead are operated by London Northwestern Railway/West Midlands Trains. The fastest service can cover this 22 miles journey in as little as 23m, with average journey times of 25 to 35 minutes. There are frequent options available with the Euston to Hemel Hempstead train timetable featuring departures approximately every 15 minutes. You can also enjoy free Wi-Fi while onboard.

Stops on the Euston to Hemel Hempstead route may include:

• Harrow & Wealdstone
• Bushey
• Watford Junction
• Kings Langley
• Apsley

If you’re looking for the speediest option, generally trains with a destination of Tring are quicker than those travelling to Milton Keynes. You can use our journey planner to compare routes and timings as well as book your tickets. Please note that there is no First Class option available on this route.

Is Hemel Hempstead on a tube line?

No, Hemel Hempstead isn’t on part of the London Underground network. You’ll need to take a mainline rail service to get from London to Hemel Hempstead, with direct trains between Euston and Hemel Hempstead operated by London Northwestern Railway/West Midlands Trains.

How much is a train ticket from London Euston to Hemel Hempstead?

The train fare from Euston to Hemel Hempstead can start from as little as £10.00, with prices generally up to £10.00. Head over to our journey planner to compare ticket prices. Some of the best ways to get cheaper train tickets include booking in advance, travelling off-peak and making the most of split tickets when available.

Can you use Oyster or contactless pay-as-you-go to travel from Euston to Hemel Hempstead?

Hemel Hempstead is outside of the area covered by Oyster cards, so you can’t use an Oyster card to travel the full journey from Euston to Hemel Hempstead. You can, however, use contactless pay-as-you-go payments on the Euston to Hemel Hempstead route. It’s worth remembering that this may not always be the cheapest way to travel, especially if you can book advanced fares or are eligible for a railcard discount.

Commuting between Euston and Hemel Hempstead

With regular direct services between Euston and Hemel Hempstead, this route is a popular option for commuters who are looking to get to London in around half an hour. London Northwestern Railway offer a range of season tickets including weekly, flexi, monthly and annual options.

If you only need to travel between Euston and Hemel Hempstead for work occasionally, you might find it’s most cost-effective to buy tickets for the individual journeys you do. Our journey planner is a convenient way to compare prices and book your next trip.

Arriving at Hemel Hempstead station

Before you know it, you’ll be disembarking your service from London Euston and have arrived at Hemel Hempstead station. Here you’ll find a selection of facilities available for passengers, including accessible toilets, an ATM and seating areas. If you’re in need of a cuppa or a snack, you can head over to Puccino’s.

Although the town centre is accessible on foot from Hemel Hempstead station, you might prefer to catch the bus via routes 1, 3, 20, 51, 302, 352, 501 or X5. You can also make use of local bus services to reach other Hertfordshire towns including Hatfield, Watford and Welwyn Garden City. Meanwhile, onward rail connections are available to destinations including Leighton Buzzard, Milton Keynes and Tring.

If you’re spending the weekend in Hemel Hempstead, be sure to make use of our Hemel Hempstead destination guide for ideas on what to do, where to stay and places to eat. The historical town centre boats a wide variety of shops and restaurants, including the Marlowes and Riverside shopping centres. The town is also home to exciting entertainment options including the XC extreme sports activity centre, an indoor skiing and snowboarding centre, an ice rink and a cinema.

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