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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff to Hereford
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
7 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff to Hereford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Hereford will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cardiff for Hereford on Mon, Mar 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Hereford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Hereford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $35.
Distance: 44 miles (72 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$45 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest |
2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Hereford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Hereford buses for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:05 PM Cardiff | 7h05 | 1:10 AM Hereford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Hereford
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Buses from Cardiff to Hereford run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:07, the last at 23:13. The fastest bus covers the 44 miles (72 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 44 miles (72 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 00:07 |
Last bus 23:13 |
Cheapest month Jun |
Cheapest day Thu |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Busiest day Tue |
Least busy day Sun |
Best day to book ahead 56 days |
FAQs: Bus from Cardiff to Hereford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Hereford by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hereford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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