The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Hereford
Cheapest price
$119
Average price
$119
Fastest journey
5 h 2 m
Average duration
5 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Hereford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Hereford will cost around $119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $119.
Of the 1 trains that leave Plymouth for Hereford on Sun, Nov 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct trains cover the 212 km distance in an average of 5 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 2 m .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest trains will take 5 h 2 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 Plymouth to Hereford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Hereford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a train costs an average of €96.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€104 Average price | €49 Average price Cheapest |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Plymouth to Hereford train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Hereford trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:43 AM Plymouth | 5h02 | 1:45 PM Hereford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Hereford
Trains from Plymouth to Hereford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $119 (€96) but you can travel from only $50 (€40) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 4h 27m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $119 (€96) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 27m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 21:51 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Plymouth to Hereford trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Plymouth and Hereford from $50 (€40). 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 Plymouth to Hereford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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
Popular train stations from Plymouth to Hereford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:10 - 17:45 Sunday 08:10 - 18:45
- Car Park: Main Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The National key toilets are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Limited cycle stands are available in the car park, adjacent to the bus shelter.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart from the station car park, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
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