Bishops Stortford to Hertford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

11.4 miles 18.3 km · straight line
14.8 miles estimated 23.8 km · driving distance
18min estimated drive time
£2 - £3 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
243° WSW bearing direction

How far is Bishops Stortford from Hertford?

The distance from Bishops Stortford to Hertford is 11.4 miles (18.3 km) as the crow flies. Hertford is located WSW of Bishops Stortford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 14.8 miles, taking about 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bishops Stortford and Hertford. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bishops Stortford to Hertford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18min £2 - £3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Bishops Stortford & Hertford

Quick Facts

Bishops Stortford
51.87°N, 0.16°E
Europe/London
70m elevation
Hertford
51.80°N, 0.08°W
Europe/London
45m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 4 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients