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C1718310:501h27Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:17Hereford station (HFD)£251One-way0 changes- C1718511:501h27Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:17Hereford station (HFD)£251One-way0 changes
- C171778:501h27Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:17Hereford station (HFD)£251One-way0 changes
- C171819:501h27Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:17Hereford station (HFD)£251One-way0 changes
- C171758:001h34Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:34Hereford station (HFD)£261One-way0 changes
- C1718310:501h27Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:17Hereford station (HFD)£251One-way0 changes
- C1718511:501h27Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:17Hereford station (HFD)£251One-way0 changes
- C171778:501h27Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:17Hereford station (HFD)£251One-way0 changes
- C171819:501h27Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:17Hereford station (HFD)£251One-way0 changes
- C171758:001h34Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:34Hereford station (HFD)£261One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Hereford
The cheapest option from Birmingham to Hereford is coach, with an average price of £23. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Hereford among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 73 km
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2h 9m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Hereford train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Hereford trains for tomorrow, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| C17175 | 8:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h34 | 9:34 Hereford station (HFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17177 | 8:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h27 | 10:17 Hereford station (HFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17181 | 9:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h27 | 11:17 Hereford station (HFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
C16990+ G38921 | 9:52 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 12:09 Hereford station (HFD) | 1 change | |
| C17183 | 10:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h27 | 12:17 Hereford station (HFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17185 | 11:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h27 | 13:17 Hereford station (HFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Hereford
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Birmingham to Hereford, including 5 direct trains, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Lowest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 4:35 |
Last train 23:04 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway from Birmingham to Hereford trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Birmingham and Hereford from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Hereford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Hereford
Most Birmingham to Hereford trains use the Birmingham New Street to Hereford station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Hereford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Hereford station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
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.
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