4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hereford to London
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€51
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hereford to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hereford to London will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 5 trains that leave Hereford for London on Wed, Dec 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 188 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 3 h 49 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 Hereford to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hereford to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 188 km
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€59 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Hereford to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Hereford to London trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 L64758+P22797 | On time 8:10 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 3h10 | 11:20 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L64759+P22798 | On time 9:00 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 2h46 | 11:46 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
 W05467+W02730 | On time 9:40 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 3h14 | 12:54 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| L64762+P22800 | On time 10:10 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 2h39 | 12:49 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L64720+P22801 | On time 10:35 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 2h35 | 1:10 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W05468+L02169 | On time 10:40 AM Hereford station (HFD) | 3h14 | 1:54 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Hereford to London
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Trains from Hereford to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 22:58 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Hereford to London trainsGreat Western Rail, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, first_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Hereford and London from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Chiltern Railways
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Transport for Wales
Trains from Hereford to London: Journey Details
There are a handful of direct trains between Hereford and London Paddington, but prospective passengers should anticipate at least one change on unplanned journeys. The direct service is operated by First Great Western (GWR); it runs sporadically and takes 3:25 hours. Other Arriva Trains Wales services work out quicker but involve a change, typically at Newport, Gwent or Bristol Temple Meads. The second train is a fast service to London Paddington. A combined journey such as this should take approximately 3 hours. The first trains depart at 6:00 a.m. with the last one leaving at night around 8:30 p.m.; these may be subject to connections as detailed above.
Taking the Train from Hereford
Hereford is fairly close to the Welsh border and the main train station is to the north of town, it is well connected and easily accessible by local public transport services. Those travelling with children or heavy bags may opt to get a taxi from their lodgings to the station, as it is rather a long walk from the town centre and cathedral.
Getting into London by Train
Paddington is the main London terminus for the West of England, Wales and Devon/Cornwall. When arriving here, visitors to London can easily continue their journeys via London underground (the District, Circle and Hammersmith & City lines are to be found beneath the mainline concourse). Those not familiar with London will find it easy to follow the colour coded lines on the walkway which indicate directions for the connection they will need. Outside of the station there are several buses serving Oxford Street, The West End and The City. Alternatively, a taxi rank is accessible by escalators and lifts above platform 14.
FAQs: Trains from Hereford to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hereford to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Hereford, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Paddington, located 3 miles (4.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hereford to London
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
- 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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Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
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TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
WifiLockersShoppingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
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