C1702410:101h28Hereford station (HFD)11:38Birmingham New Street (BHM)£251One-way0 changes
C1702813:561h41Hereford station (HFD)15:37Birmingham New Street (BHM)£251One-way0 changes
C1702612:021h35Hereford station (HFD)13:37Birmingham New Street (BHM)£251One-way0 changes
C1703016:001h37Hereford station (HFD)17:37Birmingham New Street (BHM)£251One-way0 changes
C1703116:561h41Hereford station (HFD)18:37Birmingham New Street (BHM)£251One-way0 changes
C1703521:001h21Hereford station (HFD)22:21Birmingham New Street (BHM)£251One-way0 changes
C1702410:101h28Hereford station (HFD)11:38Birmingham New Street (BHM)£251One-way0 changes
C1703218:031h34Hereford station (HFD)19:37Birmingham New Street (BHM)£251One-way0 changes
C1702612:021h35Hereford station (HFD)13:37Birmingham New Street (BHM)£251One-way0 changes
C1703016:001h37Hereford station (HFD)17:37Birmingham New Street (BHM)£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Hereford station (HFD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hereford station (HFD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 72 km
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Hereford station (HFD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Hereford station (HFD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Saturday 8 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C16888+ G38971 | Delayed 9:59 9:58Hereford station (HFD) | 2h02 | 12:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
C16891+ G38952 | Delayed 10:59 10:55Hereford station (HFD) | 2h05 | 13:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
C17055 | On time 11:40 Hereford station (HFD) | 1h29 | 13:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C16893+ G38979 | Delayed 11:59 11:58Hereford station (HFD) | 2h02 | 14:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
C17060 | On time 12:40 Hereford station (HFD) | 1h29 | 14:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W35375+ G01076 | On time 13:20 Hereford station (HFD) | 1h35 | 14:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
C17063 | On time 13:40 Hereford station (HFD) | 1h29 | 15:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C16896+ G38987 | Delayed 13:59 13:58Hereford station (HFD) | 2h02 | 16:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
C17065 | On time 14:40 Hereford station (HFD) | 1h29 | 16:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W35380+ G01081 | On time 15:14 Hereford station (HFD) | 1h41 | 16:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
C17066 | On time 15:40 Hereford station (HFD) | 1h29 | 17:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C16901+ G38995 | Delayed 15:59 15:58Hereford station (HFD) | 2h02 | 18:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
C17068 | On time 16:40 Hereford station (HFD) | 1h29 | 18:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C16903+ G38958 | Delayed 16:59 16:58Hereford station (HFD) | 2h02 | 19:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
C17070 | On time 17:40 Hereford station (HFD) | 1h29 | 19:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17071 | On time 18:40 Hereford station (HFD) | 1h29 | 20:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C16906+ G38960 | Delayed 18:59 18:55Hereford station (HFD) | 2h05 | 21:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
C17073 | On time 19:40 Hereford station (HFD) | 1h29 | 21:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C16909+ G39005 | Delayed 19:59 19:59Hereford station (HFD) | 2h07 | 22:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
C17074 | On time 20:40 Hereford station (HFD) | 1h35 | 22:15 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y62762 · G38503 | On time 21:17 Hereford station (HFD) | 2h13 | 23:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 9 August | |||||
C17024 | 10:10 Hereford station (HFD) | 1h28 | 11:38 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hereford station (HFD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from Hereford station (HFD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 4:23 |
Last train 20:40 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Hereford station (HFD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Hereford station (HFD) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hereford station (HFD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hereford station (HFD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Hereford station (HFD) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Hereford station (HFD) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Hereford to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Hereford station (HFD) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Hereford from Hereford city centre
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.




