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Compare train for Hereford to Ludlow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hereford to Ludlow 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 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 21 miles (35 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Ludlow take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (23m by train vs 42m by car). Tickets start at around $17 (€14) compared to roughly $9 (€7) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Hereford to Ludlow train times
The table below shows live departures for Hereford to Ludlow trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:24 AM Hereford | 0h23 | 8:47 AM Ludlow | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hereford to Ludlow
Trains from Hereford to Ludlow run on average 9 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (35 km) distance in 23m.
Distance 21 miles (35 km) |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Hereford to Ludlow trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Hereford and Ludlow from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Hereford to Ludlow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hereford to Ludlow 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 Ludlow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hereford to Ludlow
Most Hereford to Ludlow trains use the Hereford to Ludlow station pair. Use this guide to compare Hereford and Ludlow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hereford station do trains to Ludlow leave from?
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.
Which Ludlow station do trains from Hereford arrive at?
Getting to Ludlow from Ludlow city centre
Ludlow train station facilities and services
Ludlow has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ludlow.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ludlow. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ludlow: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ludlow: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ludlow: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1 Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park. Platform 2 (to Hereford) is accessed via a footbridge with steps or a long steep footpath from the station forecourt to the path at the mouth of the tunnel. On the other side of the tunnel mouth is a compliant ramped path leading to the platform which also connects with the town. This path is not part of the station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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