- Must visit
Mappa Mundi and Chained Library Exhibition
Museum displaying the medieval Mappa Mundi and the Chained Library. Essential for understanding Hereford’s religious and intellectual history.
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Compare train for Derby to Hereford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Hereford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £36, while a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 128 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£36 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Derby to Hereford is a train with an average price of £36.
The fastest way to travel from Derby to Hereford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 2m.
Yes, you can take a train between Derby and Hereford.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (2h 2m by train vs 2h 18m by car). Tickets start at around £36 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Hereford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Derby to Hereford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 2h 22m.
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 128 km |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 21:25 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
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: West Midlands Trains, Cross Country from Derby to Hereford trainsWest Midlands Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Hereford from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£36
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cross Country Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest Cross Country Price
£151
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
Complete guide to Hereford
Things to do in Hereford
Discover the best of Hereford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hereford trip today.
- Recommended
Hereford Museum and Art Gallery
City museum with local archaeology, social history and changing displays. A useful introduction to Hereford and wider Herefordshire.
- Recommended
Black and White House Museum
Working black and white house museum with period rooms and demonstrations. It offers a vivid look at domestic life in Jacobean Hereford.
- Recommended
Castle Green
Leafy riverside park near the cathedral with open lawns, play areas and walking paths. Popular for relaxing and views of the River Wye.
- Recommended
Church Street
Traffic-free shopping street lined with historic black and white buildings. It is one of the city’s most characterful central walking areas.
- Recommended
River Wye Walk
Pleasant waterside route following the River Wye through the city. Ideal for a gentle walk, wildlife spotting and bridge views.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Herefordshire Cider
Dry cider made from Herefordshire apples. It is a defining local drink, rooted in the county’s long orchard and scrumpy-making tradition.
- Gluten-free
Herefordshire Hop
A protected English cheese from Herefordshire, made with cow’s milk and annatto for its orange colour. Nutty, firm and strongly linked to the county.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Herefordshire Apples
Rich, sweet apples grown in Herefordshire’s orchards, eaten fresh or used in juice, cider and desserts. The county is one of England’s best-known apple regions.
SimplyThai.Kitchen
Popular Indian restaurant known for reliable curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service in central Hereford.
The Bookshop
Stylish city-centre restaurant serving modern British dishes with local produce in a relaxed but polished setting.
The Barrels
Traditional riverside pub with classic British meals, local drinks and a relaxed atmosphere near the Wye.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: dining and hotels are usually lower than in major cities, while local transport costs are limited for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes and pubs: optional, usually just small change.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
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To the city centre
Hereford railway station -> Hereford City Bus Station, Hereford
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Most local bus singles in Herefordshire are capped at £3 from 1 January 2025 to 31 March 2027 on participating routes.
- Hereford railway station is north of the centre; city buses serve the centre and the walk is short if you are travelling light.
FAQs: Derby to Hereford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Hereford 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 Hereford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Derby to Hereford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £36, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The train journey from Derby to Hereford covers a distance of 128 km and takes approximately 2h 22m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Derby to Hereford is 128 km.
The first train from Derby to Hereford leaves at 5:23.
The last train from Derby to Hereford departs at 21:25.
Trains from Derby to Hereford run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Derby to Hereford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Derby to Hereford.
To travel from Derby to Hereford, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Derby to Hereford.
The train station in Derby that goes to Hereford is Derby station (DBY), and it arrives at Hereford station (HFD).
The cheapest way to get from Derby to Hereford is by train, costing approximately £36.
Booking trains from Derby to Hereford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Derby to Hereford offers picturesque views, with stretches of scenic countryside, rolling hills, and charming rural landscapes that provide a pleasant visual experience for travellers.
A day trip from Derby to Hereford is not feasible, as the journey duration is 2h 22m. There are 5 train trips available per day for this route.
A visit to Hereford typically requires 1 to 2 days to explore its main attractions, including Hereford Cathedral, the Mappa Mundi, and the Black and White House Museum.
Yes, you can take the train from Derby to Hereford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Hereford
Most Derby to Hereford trains use the Derby to Hereford station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Hereford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Derby
Arrival train stations in Hereford
Which Derby station do trains to Hereford leave from?
Trains from Derby to Hereford leave from Derby. The station is 1 km from Derby city centre at Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU.
DerbyDerby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU+44 3457125678
City-centre transport
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus70A · 4m
Sky · 4m · £2 · every ~14 min
U1, Dp1 · 10m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Which Hereford station do trains from Derby arrive at?
Trains from Derby to Hereford arrive at Hereford. Hereford is 1 km from Hereford city centre.
HerefordHereford Station, Station Approach, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR1 1BB+44 8450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Hereford from Hereford city centre
Bus66 · 5m · £4
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.
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