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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Hay-on-wye
Showing times and prices for 19 May
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
216 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Hay-on-wye is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Hay-on-wye will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Fast trains
To travel from London to Hay-on-wye you need to make at least one change.
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G38885 · G4009413:435h43London Euston (EUS)19:26Knighton station (KNI)£261One-way2 changes- W34036+G38882 · G4009013:023h50London Euston (EUS)16:52Knighton station (KNI)£261One-way2 changes
W35418+G39037 · G4009413:485h38London Paddington (PAD)19:26Knighton station (KNI)£621One-way2 changes- G14939+G3898311:162h17London Paddington (PAD)13:33Abergavenny station (AGV)£621One-way1 change
- W35417+G3903511:482h13London Paddington (PAD)14:01Abergavenny station (AGV)£621One-way1 change
- G14935+G389508:182h11London Paddington (PAD)10:29Abergavenny station (AGV)£1641One-way1 change
- W35417+G3903511:482h13London Paddington (PAD)14:01Abergavenny station (AGV)£621One-way1 change
- W34617+G3895310:162h14London Paddington (PAD)12:30Abergavenny station (AGV)£621One-way1 change
- G14937+G389759:182h15London Paddington (PAD)11:33Abergavenny station (AGV)£851One-way1 change
- G14938+G390329:482h15London Paddington (PAD)12:03Abergavenny station (AGV)£851One-way1 change
Live departures
London to Hay-on-wye train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Hay-on-wye trains for today, Monday 18 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:16 London | 2h14 | 12:30 Hay-on-wye | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:16 London | 2h17 | 13:33 Hay-on-wye | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:48 London | 2h14 | 16:02 Hay-on-wye | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Hay-on-wye
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Hay-on-wye run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 2h 6m.
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 216 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 22:49 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
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 Railway from London to Hay-on-wye trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between London and Hay-on-wye from £26. 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
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
£60
Great Western Railway frequency
11 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
Trains from London to Hay-on-Wye
Trains from London to Hay-on-Wye involve boarding a train to Hereford and then changing to a local bus service. All trains from London to Hereford involve a change at either Birmingham or Newport. Journey time takes between two and a half and three and a half hours. Trains depart from either London Paddington or London Euston with at least one service running per hour from each of these departure stations. Trains arrive at Hereford Railway Station in the centre of the town, a short walk to the local Hereford Country Bus Station for straightforward onward travel to the border town of Hay-on-Wye.
FAQs: London to Hay-on-wye train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Hay-on-wye 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 Hay-on-wye, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from London to Hay-on-wye can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £60.
The train journey from London to Hay-on-wye covers a distance of 216 km and takes approximately 2h 6m. Trains run 15 per day.
The train distance from London to Hay-on-wye is 216 km.
The first train from London to Hay-on-wye leaves at 5:23.
The last train from London to Hay-on-wye departs at 22:49.
Trains from London to Hay-on-wye run approximately 15 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Hay-on-wye.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London to Hay-on-wye.
To travel from London to Hay-on-wye, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from London to Hay-on-wye.
The train station in London that goes to Hay-on-wye is London Paddington (PAD), and it arrives at Abergavenny station (AGV).
The cheapest way to get from London to Hay-on-wye is by train, costing approximately £26.
Booking trains from London to Hay-on-wye in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London to Hay-on-Wye offers picturesque views of the English countryside, featuring rolling hills, charming villages, and lush green landscapes, particularly as you travel through the scenic areas of the Cotswolds and the Wye Valley.
A day trip from London to Hay-on-wye isn't feasible as the journey takes 2h 6m. Trains run 14 times per day.
A stay of two to three days in Hay-on-Wye is ideal, allowing time to explore its famous bookshops, enjoy the local markets, and take scenic walks in the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Hay-on-wye.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Hay-on-wye
London
Hay-on-wye
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near Platform 1.
Public transport options for London Paddington
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
Accessibility
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
WC
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Public transport options for London Euston
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
Distance to city center
25 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
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