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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Hereford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 39 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Gloucester to Hereford, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Gloucester to Hereford:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gloucester to Hereford costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Hereford take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 7m.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£0. The journey takes 1h 4m versus 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Hereford from Gloucester by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Gloucester to Hereford is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Hereford are Cardiff, Birmingham, Worcester, Gloucester and Newport. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Hereford on Omio.
Cardiff is a compact capital known for Welsh culture, Cardiff Castle and the energy of the Principality Stadium. Victorian arcades, civic landmarks and Cardiff Bay give it a character that feels both historic and modern.
Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.
Worcester is a riverside cathedral city known for Worcester Cathedral, porcelain and Worcestershire sauce. Its historic centre, independent shops and walks by the Severn give it a calm, lived-in feel.
Gloucester is known for its great cathedral and restored Victorian docks on the River Severn. Medieval streets, rugby culture and waterside museums give the city a practical West Country character.
Newport is a South Wales city known for its industrial past, the Transporter Bridge and riverside setting on the Usk. Regenerated shopping areas and historic sites give it a practical mix of modern city life and local heritage.
Travel to Hereford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gloucester to Hereford.
This is compared to other travel options from Gloucester to Hereford:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gloucester to Hereford costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Hereford take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 7m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gloucester and Hereford as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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