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Malvern Museum
Compact local museum inside the Priory Gatehouse, covering town history, Victorian spa culture, and notable residents including Elgar.
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
10 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ledbury to Great Malvern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 21 trains that leave Ledbury for Great Malvern on Thu, Aug 13, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 13 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .
On Thu, Aug 13 the slowest trains will take 10 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ledbury to Great Malvern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Great Malvern take longer:
Bus takes on average 43m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (12m by train vs 18m by car). Tickets start at around $10 (€8) compared to roughly $3 (€3) 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 Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), West Midlands Trains.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Ledbury to Great Malvern trains for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:01 PM Ledbury | 0h10 | 6:11 PM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:01 PM Ledbury | 0h10 | 7:11 PM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:11 PM Ledbury | 0h10 | 8:21 PM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:13 PM Ledbury | 0h10 | 9:23 PM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:42 PM Ledbury | 0h10 | 9:52 PM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:17 PM Ledbury | 0h10 | 10:27 PM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:15 PM Ledbury | 0h10 | 11:25 PM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 13 | |||||
![]() | 5:40 AM Ledbury | 0h11 | 5:51 AM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:26 AM Ledbury | 0h10 | 7:36 AM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:51 AM Ledbury | 0h10 | 8:01 AM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:55 AM Ledbury | 0h11 | 9:06 AM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:01 AM Ledbury | 0h10 | 10:11 AM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:01 AM Ledbury | 0h10 | 11:11 AM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:01 PM Ledbury | 0h10 | 12:11 PM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:01 PM Ledbury | 0h10 | 1:11 PM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:35 PM Ledbury | 0h11 | 1:46 PM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:01 PM Ledbury | 0h10 | 2:11 PM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:01 PM Ledbury | 0h10 | 3:11 PM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:35 PM Ledbury | 0h11 | 3:46 PM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:01 PM Ledbury | 0h10 | 4:11 PM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:01 PM Ledbury | 0h10 | 5:11 PM Great Malvern | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Ledbury to Great Malvern run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 12m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 11:06 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Great Malvern — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Great Malvern trip today.
Compact local museum inside the Priory Gatehouse, covering town history, Victorian spa culture, and notable residents including Elgar.
Important gallery and archive preserving paintings, design, and records from the celebrated Morgan sports car marque built in Malvern.
Noted contemporary art space on the edge of Malvern, known for sculpture, painting, and a high-quality programme in a rural setting.
Iconic ridge of ancient hills above the town, prized for open access walking, big panoramas, and some of the best outdoor scenery in the region.
Broad summit and classic viewpoint on the Malvern ridge, popular for rewarding walks and sweeping views toward the Severn Valley and Wales.
Formal Victorian park beside the priory with landscaped lawns, bandstand, and heritage atmosphere. Ideal for a central stroll or quiet break.
Traditional Worcestershire sauce from the county, a tangy fermented seasoning used with meats, cheese on toast, and Bloody Marys.
Single Gloucester cheese from nearby counties, often enjoyed in the Malverns; a creamy, traditional British cheese with protected status.
A historic Worcestershire dessert of baked apples layered with sponge or breadcrumbs, butter, sugar, and lemon.
Refined dining in a historic country house hotel, known for tasting menus, polished service, and elegant surroundings.
Smart modern restaurant in Great Malvern serving contemporary British dishes with seasonal ingredients in a relaxed setting.
Well-known hillside pub and restaurant offering hearty British food, local drinks, and sweeping views over the Severn Plain.
Moderate for a UK market town: lodging and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and rail links are manageable for most visitors.
Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxi tips are optional, usually rounding up. Cafes generally do not expect tips.
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Great Malvern Station -> Great Malvern Priory, Great Malvern
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ledbury to Great Malvern 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 Great Malvern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ledbury to Great Malvern trains use the Ledbury to Great Malvern station pair. Use this guide to compare Ledbury and Great Malvern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ledbury has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Ledbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998.
Available at Ledbury: Parking.
Available at Ledbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ledbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Great Malvern has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Great Malvern.
Ticket office support is available at Great Malvern. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Great Malvern: Parking, WC.
Available at Great Malvern: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Great Malvern: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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