Colchester to Hertford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

42.4 miles 68.3 km · straight line
53.7 miles actual route 86.4 km · driving distance
1h 10min estimated drive time
£8 - £10 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
262° W bearing direction

How far is Colchester from Hertford?

The distance from Colchester to Hertford is 42.4 miles (68.3 km) as the crow flies. Hertford is located W of Colchester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 53.7 miles, taking about 1h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Colchester and Hertford. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Colchester to Hertford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 10min £8 - £10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 24min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Colchester & Hertford

Quick Facts

Colchester
51.89°N, 0.90°E
Europe/London
29m 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 14 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 586.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM