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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Hereford
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
1 h 42 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Hereford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Hereford will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gloucester for Hereford every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Hereford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Hereford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 39 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gloucester to Hereford train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Hereford trains for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G57013 · G56069 | On time 08:45 Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h11 | 10:56 Hereford station (HFD) | 1 change | |
| G57019 · G56076 | On time 10:49 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h59 | 12:48 Hereford station (HFD) | 1 change | |
 C23685+G56082 | On time 11:10 Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h35 | 13:45 Hereford station (HFD) | 1 change | |
| C27504 · C28108+G56082 | On time 11:40 Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h05 | 13:45 Hereford station (HFD) | 2 changes | |
| G57025 · G56128 | On time 12:47 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h48 | 14:35 Hereford station (HFD) | 1 change | |
| C23428+C27628 | On time 12:49 Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h15 | 15:04 Hereford station (HFD) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Hereford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gloucester to Hereford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 21:54 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Gloucester to Hereford trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Gloucester and Hereford from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gloucester to Hereford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Hereford
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:10 - 17:45 Sunday 08:10 - 18:45
- Car Park: Main Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The National key toilets are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Limited cycle stands are available in the car park, adjacent to the bus shelter.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart from the station car park, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
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