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7:103h21
Hereford
10:31Exeter
£871One-way
1 change
8:103h22
Hereford
11:32Exeter
£871One-way
1 change
9:003h32
Hereford
12:32Exeter
£871One-way
1 change
10:103h21
Hereford
13:31Exeter
£871One-way
1 change
10:353h57
Hereford
14:32Exeter
£871One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Hereford to Exeter

The cheapest option from Hereford to Exeter is coach, with an average price of £59. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Hereford to Exeter among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 159 km

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Most popular Train	Coach
£59 Average Price	£59 Average Price Cheapest option
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Hereford to Exeter train times

The table below shows live departures for Hereford to Exeter trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
	10:10 Hereford	3h21	13:31 Exeter	1 change
	10:35 Hereford	3h57	14:32 Exeter	1 change
	12:10 Hereford	3h22	15:32 Exeter	1 change
	12:45 Hereford	3h36	16:21 Exeter	1 change
	16:36 Hereford	3h53	20:29 Exeter	1 change
	18:15 Hereford	3h10	21:25 Exeter	1 change
Thursday 9 July
	7:10 Hereford	3h21	10:31 Exeter	1 change
	8:10 Hereford	3h22	11:32 Exeter	1 change
	9:00 Hereford	3h32	12:32 Exeter	1 change
This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Hereford to Exeter trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as Transport for Wales offer trains services from Hereford to Exeter.

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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Hereford to Exeter.
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Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Hereford to Exeter.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Hereford to Exeter

United Kingdom

Typically, there are 16 trains per day from Hereford to Exeter, including direct trains, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £48 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 3h 0m.

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 £48

Distance

159 km

Average train duration

3h 3m

Lowest ticket price

£48

Trains per day

Fastest train

3h 0m

First train

5:42

Last train

21:51

Cheapest Month

May

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Best time to book

28 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £48

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales from Hereford to Exeter trainsGreat Western Railway, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Hereford and Exeter from £48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

3h 14m

Cheapest Price

£38

Great Western Railway frequency

8 a day

Luggage included

Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund policies apply as per ticket type

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes

Seat reservation

Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available

Pets

Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger

Quiet zone

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Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

3h 10m

Cheapest Price

£87

Transport for Wales frequency

7 a day

FAQs: Hereford to Exeter train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hereford to Exeter 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 Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The train distance from Hereford to Exeter is 159 km.

The first train from Hereford to Exeter leaves at 5:42.

The last train from Hereford to Exeter departs at 21:51.

Trains from Hereford to Exeter run approximately 16 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hereford to Exeter.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hereford to Exeter.

To get from Hereford to Exeter, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

There is no night train service from Hereford to Exeter.

The train station in Hereford that goes to Exeter is Hereford station (HFD), and it arrives at Exeter St Davids (EXD).

Booking trains from Hereford to Exeter in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Hereford to Exeter offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Wye Valley and the rolling hills of the English countryside.

Two to three days in Exeter is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy the stunning quayside, and visit nearby attractions like Dartmoor National Park.

Yes, you can take the train from Hereford to Exeter.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hereford and Exeter

Most Hereford to Exeter trains use the Hereford to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Hereford and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Hereford

Arrival train stations in Exeter

Which Hereford station do trains to Exeter leave from?

Trains from Hereford to Exeter leave from Hereford. The station is 1 km from Hereford city centre at Hereford Station, Station Approach, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR1 1BB.

HerefordHereford Station, Station Approach, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR1 1BB+44 8450507080 Parking

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.

More about Hereford

Which Exeter station do trains from Hereford arrive at?

Trains from Hereford to Exeter most often arrive at Exeter St Davids. Some services arrive at Exeter St Thomas, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Exeter arrival station.

Exeter St DavidsExeter St Davids station, Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT+44 3451652030 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre

Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus355, 6A, 5B, 4A, 4, 66 · 6m · £2 · every ~20 min

4, 4A, Uni, K · 8m · £2 · every ~19 min

Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services

Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.