- Must visit
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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The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Hereford
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£48
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
4 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
4 h 18 m
Trains on 20 Sept
12
Distance
238 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Hereford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Hereford will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Fast trains
To travel from York to Hereford you need to make at least one change.
G38900+
C2462818:204h42York station (YRK)23:02Hereford station (HFD)£221One-way1 change- G38859+G1600517:204h25York station (YRK)21:45Hereford station (HFD)£221One-way1 change
- G38936+G1601016:204h20York station (YRK)20:40Hereford station (HFD)£221One-way1 change
- G38930+C2460414:204h15York station (YRK)18:35Hereford station (HFD)£271One-way1 change
- G38856+G1602115:204h17York station (YRK)19:37Hereford station (HFD)£271One-way1 change
- G38930+C2460414:204h15York station (YRK)18:35Hereford station (HFD)£271One-way1 change
- G38847+G1589212:204h16York station (YRK)16:36Hereford station (HFD)£301One-way1 change
- G38856+G1602115:204h17York station (YRK)19:37Hereford station (HFD)£271One-way1 change
- G38936+G1601016:204h20York station (YRK)20:40Hereford station (HFD)£221One-way1 change
- G38850+C0316311:204h21York station (YRK)15:41Hereford station (HFD)£271One-way1 change
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Train companies: Cross Country, TransPennine Express from York to Hereford trainsCross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between York and Hereford. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cross Country Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Cross Country Price
£125
Cross Country frequency
13 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
4h 13m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£95
TransPennine Express frequency
11 a day
Complete guide to Hereford
Things to do in Hereford
Discover the best of Hereford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hereford trip today.
- Recommended
Hereford Museum and Art Gallery
City museum with local archaeology, social history and changing displays. A useful introduction to Hereford and wider Herefordshire.
- Recommended
Black and White House Museum
Working black and white house museum with period rooms and demonstrations. It offers a vivid look at domestic life in Jacobean Hereford.
- Recommended
Castle Green
Leafy riverside park near the cathedral with open lawns, play areas and walking paths. Popular for relaxing and views of the River Wye.
- Recommended
Church Street
Traffic-free shopping street lined with historic black and white buildings. It is one of the city’s most characterful central walking areas.
- Recommended
River Wye Walk
Pleasant waterside route following the River Wye through the city. Ideal for a gentle walk, wildlife spotting and bridge views.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Herefordshire Cider
Dry cider made from Herefordshire apples. It is a defining local drink, rooted in the county’s long orchard and scrumpy-making tradition.
- Gluten-free
Herefordshire Hop
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.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Herefordshire Apples
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.
SimplyThai.Kitchen
Popular Indian restaurant known for reliable curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service in central Hereford.
The Bookshop
Stylish city-centre restaurant serving modern British dishes with local produce in a relaxed but polished setting.
The Barrels
Traditional riverside pub with classic British meals, local drinks and a relaxed atmosphere near the Wye.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: dining and hotels are usually lower than in major cities, while local transport costs are limited for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
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To the city centre
Hereford railway station -> Hereford City Bus Station, Hereford
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Most local bus singles in Herefordshire are capped at £3 from 1 January 2025 to 31 March 2027 on participating routes.
- Hereford railway station is north of the centre; city buses serve the centre and the walk is short if you are travelling light.
FAQs: York to Hereford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.
The train distance from York to Hereford is 238 km.
The first train from York to Hereford leaves at 2:35.
The last train from York to Hereford departs at 22:40.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from York to Hereford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from York to Hereford.
To travel from York to Hereford, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from York to Hereford.
Booking trains from York to Hereford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from York to Hereford offers a variety of landscapes including rolling countryside, historic towns, and picturesque villages, making it a pleasant and occasionally scenic ride through the heart of England.
A visit to Hereford typically requires 1 to 2 days to explore its main attractions, including Hereford Cathedral, the Mappa Mundi, and the Black and White House Museum.
Yes, you can take the train from York to Hereford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in York and Hereford
Most York to Hereford trains use the York to Hereford station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Hereford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in York
Arrival train stations in Hereford
Which York station do trains to Hereford leave from?
Trains from York to Hereford leave from York. The station is 1 km from York city centre at York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB.
YorkYork station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB+44 800 200 6060
City-centre transport
Getting to York from York city centre
BusY12, Y14, 15, X15 · 4m · £3 · every ~4 min
37 · 7m
Cs · 28m · £4 · every ~5 min
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Hereford station do trains from York arrive at?
Trains from York to Hereford arrive at Hereford. Hereford is 1 km from Hereford city centre.
HerefordHereford Station, Station Approach, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR1 1BB+44 8450507080
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.
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