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Mappa Mundi and Chained Library Exhibition
Museum displaying the medieval Mappa Mundi and the Chained Library. Essential for understanding Hereford’s religious and intellectual history.
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Trains from Newtown to Hereford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 65 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 20:46 |
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Museum displaying the medieval Mappa Mundi and the Chained Library. Essential for understanding Hereford’s religious and intellectual history.
City museum with local archaeology, social history and changing displays. A useful introduction to Hereford and wider Herefordshire.
Working black and white house museum with period rooms and demonstrations. It offers a vivid look at domestic life in Jacobean Hereford.
Leafy riverside park near the cathedral with open lawns, play areas and walking paths. Popular for relaxing and views of the River Wye.
Traffic-free shopping street lined with historic black and white buildings. It is one of the city’s most characterful central walking areas.
Pleasant waterside route following the River Wye through the city. Ideal for a gentle walk, wildlife spotting and bridge views.
Dry cider made from Herefordshire apples. It is a defining local drink, rooted in the county’s long orchard and scrumpy-making tradition.
A protected English cheese from Herefordshire, made with cow’s milk and annatto for its orange colour. Nutty, firm and strongly linked to the county.
Rich, sweet apples grown in Herefordshire’s orchards, eaten fresh or used in juice, cider and desserts. The county is one of England’s best-known apple regions.
Popular Indian restaurant known for reliable curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service in central Hereford.
Stylish city-centre restaurant serving modern British dishes with local produce in a relaxed but polished setting.
Traditional riverside pub with classic British meals, local drinks and a relaxed atmosphere near the Wye.
Moderate for the UK: dining and hotels are usually lower than in major cities, while local transport costs are limited for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes and pubs: optional, usually just small change.
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Hereford railway station -> Hereford City Bus Station, Hereford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newtown to Hereford 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 Hereford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newtown to Hereford trains use the Newtown (Powys) to Hereford station pair. Use this guide to compare Newtown and Hereford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newtown (Powys) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newtown (Powys): Parking.
Available at Newtown (Powys): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newtown (Powys): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Aberystwyth and Pwllheli) via Brimmon Lane. There is a camber at the end of the lane leading onto the platform and is not suitable for wheelchair or mobility scooter users. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with steps, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options are available at Hereford.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hereford: Parking, WC.
Available at Hereford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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