Exeter to Hereford train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Hereford

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£39

Average price

£57

Fastest journey

3 h 45 m

Average duration

5 h 1 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

159 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Hereford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Exeter to Hereford will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Exeter for Hereford every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 5 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 17 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.

Great Western Rail
16:156h17
Exeter
22:32Hereford
£391One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
09:423h45
Exeter
13:27Hereford
£751One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Exeter to Hereford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Hereford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £39.

Distance: 159 km

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Coach

£59

Average Price

£36

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 45m

Average total duration

8h 15m

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30m

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Exeter to Hereford train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:37
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Cross Country06:25 Exeter
3h32
09:57 Hereford2 changes
Cross Country07:20 Exeter
3h05
10:25 Hereford2 changes
first_great_western07:52 Exeter
3h01
10:53 Hereford3 changes
Cross Country08:27 Exeter
3h30
11:57 Hereford2 changes
Cross Country09:27 Exeter
3h01
12:28 Hereford2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Exeter to Hereford

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Trains from Exeter to Hereford run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £35
Distance
159 km
Average train duration
2h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£39
Trains per day
16
Fastest train
3h 3m
First train
05:25
Last train
21:51
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £35

Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Exeter to Hereford trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter and Hereford from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 8m
Cheapest Price
£43
CrossCountry frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 27m
Cheapest Price
£135
Cross Country frequency
14 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
£121
first_great_western frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Exeter to Hereford train

FAQs: Travel by train from Exeter to Hereford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Exeter to Hereford.
FAQs
Booking trains from Exeter to Hereford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Exeter to Hereford is 159 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Exeter to Hereford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £39, while the average price tends to be around £59.
The train journey from Exeter to Hereford covers a distance of 159 km and takes approximately 3h 3m. Trains run 16 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Hereford is by coach, costing approximately £35.
The first train from Exeter to Hereford leaves at 5:25.
The train station in Exeter that goes to Hereford is Exeter St Davids (EXD), and it arrives at Hereford station (HFD).
The last train from Exeter to Hereford departs at 21:51.
Trains from Exeter to Hereford run approximately 16 times per day.
To get from Exeter to Hereford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Exeter to Hereford.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Exeter to Hereford.
There is no night train service from Exeter to Hereford.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter to Hereford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Hereford

Exeter
Hereford
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Exeter Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter Central for your trip from Exeter to Hereford.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
  • 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: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Both platforms
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
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
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
  • 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 toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter St Davids
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Exeter St Thomas
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station

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