.png){kind=small}
4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hereford to Birmingham
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€28
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€34
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 27 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 29 m
Trains on Sep 17
12
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hereford to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hereford to Birmingham will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 12 trains from Hereford to Birmingham, including 8 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.
C170539:40 AM1h29Hereford station (HFD)11:09 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€281One-way0 transfers- C1781410:40 AM1h29Hereford station (HFD)12:09 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€281One-way0 transfers
- C170581:40 PM1h29Hereford station (HFD)3:09 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€281One-way0 transfers
- C1705611:40 AM1h29Hereford station (HFD)1:09 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€281One-way0 transfers
- C1705712:40 PM1h29Hereford station (HFD)2:09 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€281One-way0 transfers
- C170457:09 AM1h27Hereford station (HFD)8:36 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€291One-way0 transfers
- C170539:40 AM1h29Hereford station (HFD)11:09 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€281One-way0 transfers
- C1781410:40 AM1h29Hereford station (HFD)12:09 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€281One-way0 transfers
- C170581:40 PM1h29Hereford station (HFD)3:09 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€281One-way0 transfers
- C1705611:40 AM1h29Hereford station (HFD)1:09 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hereford to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hereford to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €24, while a bus costs an average of €26.
Distance: 73 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€24 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price | €26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hereford to Birmingham:
A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hereford to Birmingham costing on average €26.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 52m.
Live departures
Hereford to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Hereford to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G15119+C17042 | 5:23 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 2h23 | 7:46 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
C16882+ G38943 | 5:46 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 2h14 | 8:00 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| G39019 · G38548 | 6:29 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 2h03 | 8:32 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C17045 | 7:09 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 1h27 | 8:36 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17047 | 7:34 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 1h35 | 9:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C16885+G38945 | 7:50 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 2h10 | 10:00 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
| C17050 | 8:36 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 1h33 | 10:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17053 | 9:40 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 1h29 | 11:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17814 | 10:40 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 1h29 | 12:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17056 | 11:40 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 1h29 | 1:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17057 | 12:40 PM Hereford station (HFD) | 1h29 | 2:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17058 | 1:40 PM Hereford station (HFD) | 1h29 | 3:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Hereford to Birmingham by train or bus
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Sep 17
Sep 18
Sep 19
Sep 20
Sep 21
Sep 22
Sep 23
Why should you book Hereford to Birmingham trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for West Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Hereford to Birmingham.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare West Midlands Trains with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Hereford to Birmingham.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Hereford to Birmingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Hereford to Birmingham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hereford to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Hereford to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 5:23 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Hereford to Birmingham trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Hereford and Birmingham from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
Transport for Wales
Great Western Railway
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Hereford to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hereford to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hereford to Birmingham
Most Hereford to Birmingham trains use the Hereford to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Snow Hill. Use this guide to compare Hereford and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hereford station do trains to Birmingham 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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
More options for your journey from Hereford to Birmingham
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Birmingham and Hereford
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
