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The cheapest and fastest buses from Gloucester to Hereford

Showing times and prices for Dec 16

Cheapest price

€9

Average price

€9

Fastest journey

1 h 5 m

Average duration

1 h 5 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

39 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Gloucester to Hereford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Gloucester to Hereford will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Gloucester for Hereford on Tue, Dec 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Dec 16 the direct buses cover the 39 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .

On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.

National Express
02:45PM1h05
Gloucester
03:50PMHereford
91One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train and bus for Gloucester to Hereford

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Hereford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €11.

Distance: 39 km

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Train

€9

Average price

Cheapest

€26

Average price

1h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 4m

Average total duration

1h 34m

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Gloucester to Hereford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Hereford buses for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 4:09 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX445
Delayed
6:30 AM 12:05 AMGloucester, Transport Hub
1h05
5:20 AM 5:20 AMHereford, Commercial Road
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX445
On time
6:45 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub
1h05
7:50 PM Hereford, Commercial Road
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX445
On time
9:15 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub
1h05
10:20 PM Hereford, Commercial Road
0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Gloucester to Hereford

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Buses from Gloucester to Hereford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.

There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 21:51. The fastest bus covers the 39 km distance in 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
39 km
Average bus duration
57m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
55m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
21:51
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Gloucester to HerefordYou can travel by bus between Gloucester to Hereford with National Express for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
€9
National Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bus from Gloucester to Hereford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Hereford by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hereford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Gloucester to Hereford can start from as little as €9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Gloucester to Hereford is €10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Gloucester to Hereford coach travel time is 50 min   for the 38 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Gloucester to Hereford leaves at 14: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Gloucester to Hereford leaves at 21: 10.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Gloucester to Hereford without having to change trains with National Express. There are 3 direct coaches from Gloucester to Hereford each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a coach from Gloucester to Hereford, you can count on National Express or CrossCountry for the best way to get you to Hereford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Hereford from Gloucester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Gloucester, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Gloucester, Transport Hub, Gloucester, Kingsholm Stadium and Gloucester, Market Parade. When arriving in Hereford, you can end your route in coach stations like Hereford, Commercial Road, Hereford, Old Market and Hereford, Maylord Shopping Centre (Stand 2).

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Gloucester, Transport Hub, which is located around 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Hereford, Commercial Road, located 0.6 miles (883 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Hereford from Gloucester is worth doing with a journey time of 50 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Gloucester to Hereford is November.
You have options as you can travel from Gloucester to Hereford 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Gloucester to Hereford

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Hereford
The major bus station for departures in Gloucester is Gloucester, Transport Hub. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gloucester, Transport Hub for your trip from Gloucester to Hereford.
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