How much is the train ticket from London to Hereford?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Hereford start at $41. The average price for this train route is around $103. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from London to Hereford?

The average train trip from London to Hereford takes 2h 54m and covers 185 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 51m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the London to Hereford route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Hereford?

The earliest train from London to Hereford departs at 9:47am. The latest train departs at 7:48pm.

Train London to Hereford from $39

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Hereford on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:52am	London Paddington	2h 54m	12:46pm	Hereford	Cheapest
Train	5:34pm	London Paddington	2h 51m	8:25pm	Hereford	Fastest
Train	9:52am	London Paddington	2h 54m	12:46pm	Hereford	No tags
Train	5:34pm	London Paddington	2h 51m	8:25pm	Hereford	No tags

Next departures for London to Hereford on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:50pm	London Paddington	2h 53m	7:43pm	Hereford	Cheapest
Train	4:50pm	London Paddington	2h 53m	7:43pm	Hereford	Fastest
Train	9:50am	London Paddington	2h 53m	12:43pm	Hereford	No tags
Train	9:50am	London Paddington	2h 53m	12:43pm	Hereford	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:58 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Hereford

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hereford. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

189 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $60	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$41 - $176	Average Duration2h 54m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$26 - $26	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Train companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $41

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Hereford by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Hereford?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Hereford start at $41. The average price for this train route is around $103. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from London to Hereford?
The average train trip from London to Hereford takes 2h 54m and covers 185 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 51m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Hereford route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Hereford?
The earliest train from London to Hereford departs at 9:47am. The latest train departs at 7:48pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-10

$137

12-11

$73

Today

$40

12-13

$40

12-14

$98

12-15

No data

12-16

$39

12-17

$98

The cheapest trip from London to Hereford was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $39

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Hereford, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $39 to $279 for a train ticket from London to Hereford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-12-16.