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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hereford to Exeter
Showing times and prices for 19 Nov
Cheapest price
£91
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
159 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hereford to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hereford to Exeter will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £91.
Fast trains
To travel from Hereford to Exeter you need to make at least one change.
08:103h14
Hereford11:24Exeter
£911One-way
1 change
10:103h12
Hereford13:22Exeter
£911One-way
1 change
12:103h13
Hereford15:23Exeter
£911One-way
1 change
12:453h36
Hereford16:21Exeter
£911One-way
1 change
16:373h52
Hereford20:29Exeter
£911One-way
1 change
18:153h10
Hereford21:25Exeter
£911One-way
1 change
10:103h12
Hereford13:22Exeter
£911One-way
1 change
12:103h13
Hereford15:23Exeter
£911One-way
1 change
08:103h14
Hereford11:24Exeter
£911One-way
1 change
12:453h36
Hereford16:21Exeter
£911One-way
1 change
Live departures
Hereford to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Hereford to Exeter trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 22:54
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:10 Hereford | 3h14 | 11:24 Exeter | 1 change | |
| 10:10 Hereford | 3h12 | 13:22 Exeter | 1 change | |
| 12:10 Hereford | 3h13 | 15:23 Exeter | 1 change | |
| 12:45 Hereford | 3h36 | 16:21 Exeter | 1 change | |
| 16:37 Hereford | 3h52 | 20:29 Exeter | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hereford to Exeter
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Hereford to Exeter run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 2h 56m.
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
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 05:30 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales from Hereford to Exeter trainsGreat Western Rail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Hereford and Exeter from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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
£39
Great Western Rail 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
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
£91
Transport for Wales frequency
6 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 cheapest way to get from Hereford to Exeter is by train, costing approximately £39.
The train distance from Hereford to Exeter is 159 km.
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.
The last train from Hereford to Exeter departs at 21:51.
There is no night train service from Hereford to Exeter.
The cost of a train ticket from Hereford to Exeter can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £39, while the average price tends to be around £67.
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.
To travel from Hereford to Exeter, you can take a train.
The train journey from Hereford to Exeter covers a distance of 159 km and takes approximately 2h 56m. Trains run 14 per day.
The train station in Hereford that goes to Exeter is Hereford station (HFD), and it arrives at Exeter St Davids (EXD).
The first train from Hereford to Exeter leaves at 5:30.
Trains from Hereford to Exeter run approximately 14 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hereford to Exeter.
Yes, you can take the train from Hereford to Exeter.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hereford to Exeter.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hereford and Exeter
Hereford
Exeter
The major train station for departures in Hereford is Hereford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hereford for your trip from Hereford to Exeter.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:10 - 17:45 Sunday 08:10 - 18:45
Parking
- Car Park: Main Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Limited cycle stands are available in the car park, adjacent to the bus shelter.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Hereford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart from the station car park, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
The major train station for arrivals in Exeter is Exeter Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter Central for your journey to Exeter from Hereford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
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
- 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
- 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
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
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
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- 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
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
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
- 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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