How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Hereford?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Hereford start from £32. The average price for this train route is around £45. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Hereford?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Hereford is 2h 13m, covering a distance of 100 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 4m and is operated by Transport for Wales .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Hereford route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Hereford?

The earliest train from Manchester to Hereford departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 23:42.

Train Manchester to Hereford from £34

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Manchester to Hereford on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:30	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 12m	18:42	Hereford	No tags
Train	17:30	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 10m	19:40	Hereford	No tags
Train	18:30	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 10m	20:40	Hereford	No tags
Train	19:30	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 19m	21:49	Hereford	No tags
Train	20:30	Manchester Piccadilly	2h 33m	23:03	Hereford	No tags

Get from Manchester to Hereford

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 13 minutes, and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

2h 13mAverage duration

100 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Transport for Wales

3.5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Transport for Wales ticket prices on this trip start at £32

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Hereford by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Hereford?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Hereford start from £32. The average price for this train route is around £45. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Hereford?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Hereford is 2h 13m, covering a distance of 100 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 4m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Hereford route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Hereford?
The earliest train from Manchester to Hereford departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 23:42.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

£39

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£39

Today

£39

13/12

£35

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£35

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£34

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Hereford was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £34

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Hereford as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £34 to £86 for a train ticket from Manchester to Hereford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £34, which is on 2025-12-15.