Trains to Hartford

Visit Hartford with Avanti West Coast. Discover top attractions, things to do, and how to get there with ease.

The Best of Hartford

Discover Hartford

Hartford is a small village and civil parish in Cheshire. Known for it’s green spaces, transport links, and salt industry history, Hartford is a desirable spot for day trips and peaceful getaways alike.

With exciting year-round attractions and activities, you’ll always find plenty to do whenever you visit. In the summer months, enjoy outdoor pursuits like golfing or watersports, while colder temperatures are no problem thanks to the wealth of history and culture to discover indoors.

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Hartford highlights

  • Hartford’s name means where the deer (Hart) cross the river (Ford)
  • The Cheshire village can be traced back as far as 1086, where it appeared in the Domesday Book
  • A small but charming village, you can drive through Hartford in a couple of minutes
  • Liverpool John Lennon Airport is less than 15 miles from Hartford

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Station information

Arrive in Hartford feeling ready for adventure with Avanti West Coast. When you step onto the platform you’ll be welcomed by convenient facilities and exciting nearby attractions.

Main station: Hartford Station

Location: Located on Chester Road in Hartford, south-west of Northwich

Facilities: Ticket office, car park, toilets, ticket machine, cycle storage availability, prepurchase collection, step free access

Nearby attractions include: The Grange Theatre (4-minute walk), Grange Park Recreation Ground (4-minute walk), Rugby Football Club (7-minute walk)

Taxi information: There is no taxi rank at the station, so prebooking a cab is advised

Parking: Parking spaces are available at the station car park


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