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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Hay-on-wye

Showing times and prices for Nov 10

Cheapest price

€28

Average price

€58

Fastest journey

2 h 13 m

Average duration

3 h 24 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

216 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Hay-on-wye is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Hay-on-wye will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave London for Hay-on-wye on Mon, Nov 10, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Nov 10 the direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .

On Mon, Nov 10 the slowest trains will take 6 h 11 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.

Transport for Wales
12:16PM6h11
London
06:27PMHay-on-wye
281One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
08:18AM2h15
London
10:33AMHay-on-wye
681One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
10:48AM2h13
London
01:01PMHay-on-wye
681One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
12:05PM2h57
London
03:02PMHay-on-wye
691One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London to Hay-on-wye

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Hay-on-wye among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, and a bus costs an average of €54.

Distance: 216 km

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€63

Average price

Cheapest

€67

Average price

2h 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 6m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 14m

Average total duration

5h 44m

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Live departures

London to Hay-on-wye train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Hay-on-wye trains for tomorrow, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 3:18 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_western8:18 AM London
2h15
10:33 AM Hay-on-wye0 transfersDirect
great_western10:48 AM London
2h13
1:01 PM Hay-on-wye0 transfersDirect
great_western12:05 PM London
2h57
3:02 PM Hay-on-wye0 transfersDirect
transport_for_wales12:16 PM London
6h11
6:27 PM Hay-on-wye0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Hay-on-wye

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Trains from London to Hay-on-wye run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 2h 13m.

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
216 km
Average train duration
2h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
€28
Trains per day
14
Fastest train
2h 13m
First train
05:23
Last train
22:49
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

Train companies: Great Western Rail from London to Hay-on-wye trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between London and Hay-on-wye from €28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Price
€50
Great Western Rail frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Trains from London to Hay-on-Wye

Trains from London to Hay-on-Wye involve boarding a train to Hereford and then changing to a local bus service. All trains from London to Hereford involve a change at either Birmingham or Newport. Journey time takes between two and a half and three and a half hours. Trains depart from either London Paddington or London Euston with at least one service running per hour from each of these departure stations. Trains arrive at Hereford Railway Station in the centre of the town, a short walk to the local Hereford Country Bus Station for straightforward onward travel to the border town of Hay-on-Wye.

FAQs: Trains from London to Hay-on-wye

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Hay-on-wye 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 Hay-on-wye, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Hay-on-wye can start from as little as €44 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Hay-on-wye is €66; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Hay-on-wye from London is on average 2 h 5 min   for the 215 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between London and Hay-on-wye by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London to Hay-on-wye leaves at 05: 23. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London to Hay-on-wye leaves at 21: 48.
There are 16 trains a day from London to Hay-on-wye which require at least one change with Great Western Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best London to Hay-on-wye train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Great Western Rail. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between London and Hay-on-wye to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 48.
The cheapest month for a train from London to Hay-on-wye is June.
Yes, you can take a train between London and Hay-on-wye.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London to Hay-on-wye

London
Hay-on-wye
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Nando's
  • The Signal Box
  • Delice de France
  • Tortilla
  • Starbucks
  • AMT Coffee
  • Upper Crust
  • Camden Food Co.
  • & many more
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hilton London Euston
  • The Wesley Euston Hotel
  • Travelodge London Central Euston
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 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
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Public transit options for London Euston
  • 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.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 24/7
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
Shopping
Shopping
  • 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
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • 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
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hilton London Paddington
  • Mercure London Paddington Hotel
  • The Pilgrm
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • 24/7
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near Platform 1.
Public transit options for London Paddington
  • 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.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Waterloo
  • Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
  • Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).

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