The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Hereford
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- €39
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- €43
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 2 h
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 2 h 15 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 3
- Distance
- 106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Hereford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Hereford will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €39.
On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 3 trains from Oxford to Hereford, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.

9:46 AM 2h00 Oxford 11:46 AM Hereford €39 1 One-way 0 changes
5:52 AM 2h42 Oxford 8:34 AM Hereford €43 1 One-way 0 changes
5:10 AM 2h04 Oxford 7:14 AM Hereford €46 1 One-way 0 changes

9:46 AM 2h00 Oxford 11:46 AM Hereford €39 1 One-way 0 changes
5:10 AM 2h04 Oxford 7:14 AM Hereford €46 1 One-way 0 changes
5:52 AM 2h42 Oxford 8:34 AM Hereford €43 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Hereford
Trains from Oxford to Hereford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
Live departures
Oxford to Hereford train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Hereford trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:10 AM Oxford | 2h04 | 7:14 AM Hereford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:52 AM Oxford | 2h42 | 8:34 AM Hereford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:46 AM Oxford | 2h00 | 11:46 AM Hereford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Why should you book Oxford to Hereford trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Oxford to Hereford trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Oxford and Hereford from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Oxford and Hereford
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Oxford to Hereford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Hereford by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hereford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Hereford
Most Oxford to Hereford trains use the Oxford to Hereford station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Hereford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oxford station do trains to Hereford leave from?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Hereford station do trains from Oxford arrive at?
Getting to Hereford from Hereford city centre
Hereford train station facilities and services
Hereford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hereford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hereford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hereford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hereford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hereford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access through the ticket hall to Platform 3 and 4. A footbridge lifts connects Platforms 1 and 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: The pay phone (coins only) is available for use on platform 3, Accessible taxis: Available from the taxi rank, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The ticket machines are only accessible during ticket office opening hours, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
