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Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Harpenden (HPD)

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16

train journeys
per day

147

miles (237 kms)

4hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

06:33 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Harpenden (HPD)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Ellesmere Port and Harpenden , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ellesmere Port to Harpenden is approximately 147 miles (237 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 16 mins.

Northern Rail, Thameslink, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Harpenden.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ellesmere Port to Harpenden. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Ellesmere Port to Harpenden Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:33
    4 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    11:17
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    06:47
    6 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    13:01
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    08:17
    5 hrs 3 changes
    13:17
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    08:42
    6 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    15:01
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    10:12
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    15:17
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    10:42
    6 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    17:03
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    12:12
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    17:17
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    12:42
    6 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    19:01
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    14:12
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    19:17
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    14:42
    6 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    21:01
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    16:12
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    21:17
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    16:42
    6 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    23:17
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    18:12
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    23:22
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    19:20
    6 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    01:39
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    20:49
    10 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    07:47
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    23:19
    9 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    09:01
    Ellesmere Port
    Harpenden
    Ellesmere Port to Harpenden

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
Address Ellesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Harpenden Station

Station name Harpenden (HPD)
Address Harpenden station, Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4SP
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 07:15 - 20:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ellesmere Port and Harpenden

The travel time between Ellesmere Port and Harpenden by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ellesmere Port and Harpenden vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Ellesmere Port and Harpenden can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ellesmere Port & Harpenden. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Thameslink, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Harpenden.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Ellesmere Port and Harpenden, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.