How to travel from London to Hereford

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Compare bus and train for London to Hereford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Hereford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, while a train costs an average of $35.

Distance: 116 miles (188 km)

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$35

Average price

$20

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3h 56m

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3h 26m

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4h 4m

Average total duration

3h 34m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Great Western Railway

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National Express

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from London to Hereford

How to get from London to Hereford by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from London to Hereford is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • West Midlands TrainsY80873 · Y80754
    1:56 PM4h23
    London Euston (EUS)
    6:19 PMHereford station (HFD)
    $111One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • West Midlands TrainsY80873 · Y80754
    1:56 PM4h23
    London Euston (EUS)
    6:19 PMHereford station (HFD)
    $111One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayG14935+Transport for WalesG38949
    8:18 AM2h36
    London Paddington (PAD)
    10:54 AMHereford station (HFD)
    $2231One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • West Midlands TrainsY80862 · C17198
    12:56 PM4h21
    London Euston (EUS)
    5:17 PMHereford station (HFD)
    $161One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayY15423+West Midlands TrainsC17198
    1:50 PM3h27
    London Paddington (PAD)
    5:17 PMHereford station (HFD)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer
  • West Midlands TrainsC17198+Avanti West CoastW33962
    2:10 PM3h07
    London Euston (EUS)
    5:17 PMHereford station (HFD)
    $271One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX445
    12:30 PM4h20
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    4:50 PMHereford, Commercial Road
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX445
    3:30 PM4h30
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    8:00 PMHereford, Commercial Road
    $271One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX445
    6:00 PM4h20
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    10:20 PMHereford, Commercial Road
    $391One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London to Hereford

Travel to Hereford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Hereford.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between London and Hereford including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Hereford is a bus with an average price of $20 (€16).

This is compared to other travel options from London to Hereford:

A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Hereford costing on average $35 (€29).

The fastest way to travel from London to Hereford is by train with an average journey time of 3h 56m.

Other travel options to Hereford take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 4m.

The distance from London to Hereford is approximately 116 miles (188 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Hereford is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Hereford as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Hereford:
  • Trains mostly depart from London Paddington (PAD) and arrive in Hereford station (HFD).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Hereford, Commercial Road.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Hereford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Hereford by bus.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Hereford by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Hereford with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with National Express.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Omio customers who travel from London to Hereford often also extend their vacation to go to Birmingham, Bristol, Gloucester, Cardiff, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hereford and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Hereford to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
A stay of 2-3 days in Hereford is generally sufficient to explore its key attractions, such as Hereford Cathedral, the Mappa Mundi, and the charming market town atmosphere.

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