Train Tickets to Harpenden
London to Harpenden
26m
Manchester to Harpenden
3h 16m
Birmingham to Harpenden
2h 16m
Train travel to Harpenden guide
Built in 1868, Harpenden Station is centrally located, offering easy access to the town’s main street, where visitors can shop, dine, or relax. As part of the PlusBus scheme, the station allows passengers to buy discounted combined train and bus tickets, offering unlimited bus rides within Harpenden for added convenience. The station serves Thameslink, with direct routes to London St Pancras International, Luton Airport Parkway, and Three Bridges, making it an essential transport hub for both local commuters and travelers heading further afield.
Nearby Harpenden Station, you can explore several attractions within walking distance. The Harpenden Common offers a scenic space for walking and picnicking, while Luton Hoo Estate provides a historic venue with gardens and a golf course. Additionally, Butterfly World Project is a short journey away, a unique spot for nature lovers. The town center itself has a variety of shops, cafes, and local eateries to enjoy.
Which train companies run trains to Harpenden?
Thameslink is your trusted provider for reliable services to and from Harpenden from destinations nationwide.
What are Harpenden's opening hours?
Harpenden generally operates between 0:01 and 23:59. However, hours may vary, so please confirm before traveling.
Pick up & drop off at Harpenden
Harpenden provides parking and pick-up/drop-off services for convenient travel.
Connectivity of the Harpenden?
Luton, London, Luton, St Albans and Leagrave are just a few popular locations that run services to and from Harpenden. Frequent buses and taxi services are also available from the station, though we recommend researching prior to your journey to be sure.
Harpenden live timetable
Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Harpenden, check now to plan your next journey.
Departures
Arrivals
Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
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Harpenden to Norwood Junction | 08:25 | 2 | Thameslink | Cancelled |
Harpenden to Bedford | 07:55 | 2 | Thameslink | Delayed |
Harpenden to Bedford | 08:10 | 2 | Thameslink | Delayed |
Harpenden to Luton | 07:54 | 2 | Thameslink | On time |
Harpenden to Brighton | 07:52 | 1 | Thameslink | On time |
Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
---|---|---|---|---|
Three Bridges to Harpenden | 05:26 | 4 | Thameslink | On time |
Three Bridges to Harpenden | 05:56 | 2 | Thameslink | On time |
Brighton to Harpenden | 05:57 | 4 | Thameslink | Delayed |
Rainham (Kent) to Harpenden | 05:30 | 0 | Thameslink | On time |
Bedford to Harpenden | 07:17 | 1 | Thameslink | On time |
Station Details
Address:
Harpenden station, Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4SPTicket Office opening hours::
Monday to Friday open from 05:45:00 until 20:15:00
Saturday open from 06:15:00 until 19:15:00
Sunday open from 07:15:00 until 20:15:00
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Accessible Booking Office counter
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