Train from Birmingham to Hereford: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Birmingham to Hereford on 11 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
West Midlands RailwayTrain
Birmingham New Street
HerefordNo tags
West Midlands RailwayTrain
Birmingham New Street
HerefordNo tags
West Midlands RailwayTrain
Birmingham New Street
HerefordNo tags
West Midlands RailwayTrain
Birmingham New Street
HerefordNo tags
West Midlands RailwayTrain
Birmingham New Street
HerefordNo tags

Get from Birmingham to Hereford

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 565, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day
1h 28mAverage duration
72 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Hereford by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Hereford?

    The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Hereford start from R 565. The average price for this train route is around R 575. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Hereford?

    The average train journey time from Birmingham to Hereford is 1h 28m, covering a distance of 72 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 23m and is operated by West Midlands Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Hereford route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Hereford?

    The earliest train from Birmingham to Hereford departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:42.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Birmingham to Hereford?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Hereford?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Hereford?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to Hereford?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
R 541
10/12
R 541
Today
R 543
12/12
R 548
13/12
R 535
14/12
R 535
15/12
R 545
16/12
R 545
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Hereford was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 535

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

You can expect to pay from R 535 to R 975 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Hereford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 535, which is on 2025-12-13.

Usually Transport for Wales will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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