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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hereford to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£145
Fastest journey
5 h 27 m
Average duration
6 h 39 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
434 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hereford to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hereford to Edinburgh will cost around £145 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
Of the 3 trains that leave Hereford for Edinburgh every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 434 km distance in an average of 6 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 29 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.
7:097h01Hereford14:10Edinburgh£761One-way0 changes
5:535h27Hereford11:20Edinburgh£1251One-way0 changes- 8:407h29Hereford16:09Edinburgh£2341One-way0 changes
- 5:535h27Hereford11:20Edinburgh£1251One-way0 changes
- 7:097h01Hereford14:10Edinburgh£761One-way0 changes
- 8:407h29Hereford16:09Edinburgh£2341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hereford to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hereford to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 434 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£151 Average Price | £70 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 20m Average total duration 13h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hereford to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Hereford to Edinburgh trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G38975+C01372+ W85191 | On time 11:58 Hereford station (HFD) | 5h42 | 17:40 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G38953+W34290 | On time 12:56 Hereford station (HFD) | 5h24 | 18:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G38983+W34292+W85201 | On time 13:59 Hereford station (HFD) | 5h41 | 19:40 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 9 July | |||||
| 5:53 Hereford | 5h27 | 11:20 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:09 Hereford | 7h01 | 14:10 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:40 Hereford | 7h29 | 16:09 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hereford to Edinburgh
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Trains from Hereford to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 18:58. The fastest train covers the 434 km distance in 5h 22m.
Distance 434 km |
Average train duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 22m |
First train 5:44 |
Last train 18:58 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales from Hereford to Edinburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Hereford and Edinburgh from £23. 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 to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hereford to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hereford and Edinburgh
Most Hereford to Edinburgh trains use the Hereford to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Hereford and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hereford station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
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 Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), 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 Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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.
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