The cheapest and fastest trains from Hereford station (HFD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£33
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
2 h 44 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
2 h 46 m
Trains on 23 Sept
2
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hereford station (HFD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hereford station (HFD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 2 trains from Hereford station (HFD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.
9:282h44Hereford station (HFD)12:12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£331One-way0 changes
14:552h47Hereford station (HFD)17:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£371One-way0 changes
9:282h44Hereford station (HFD)12:12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£331One-way0 changes
14:552h47Hereford station (HFD)17:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£371One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hereford station (HFD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Hereford station (HFD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, while a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 151 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hereford station (HFD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hereford station (HFD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average £52.
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 20m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (2h 19m by train vs 2h 50m by car). Tickets start at around £52 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Hereford station (HFD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Hereford station (HFD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:28 Hereford station (HFD) | 2h44 | 12:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hereford station (HFD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Trains from Hereford station (HFD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 07:57. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 151 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 5:53 |
Last train 7:57 |
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Train companies: Transport for Wales from Hereford station (HFD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Hereford station (HFD) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £38. 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hereford station (HFD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Hereford station (HFD) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most Hereford station (HFD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Hereford to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Hereford station (HFD) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
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