Travelling to Hereford

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Best day trips from Hereford

The most popular day trips 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 journey from Hereford on Omio.

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Day trip from Hereford to Cardiff

Why visit Cardiff for the day?

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.

How to get from Hereford to Cardiff?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hereford to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £15.

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Day trip from Hereford to Birmingham

Why visit Birmingham for the day?

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.

How to get from Hereford to Birmingham?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hereford to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a coach costs an average of £23.

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A view of Worcester

Day trip from Hereford to Worcester

Why visit Worcester for the day?

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.

How to get from Hereford to Worcester?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hereford to Worcester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £14.

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A view of Gloucester

Day trip from Hereford to Gloucester

Why visit Gloucester for the day?

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.

How to get from Hereford to Gloucester?

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Hereford to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £19.

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A view of Newport

Day trip from Hereford to Newport

Why visit Newport for the day?

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.

How to get from Hereford to Newport?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hereford to Newport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £16.

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About Hereford

A historic cathedral town perched on the River Wye some 16 miles eastward of the Welsh border, Hereford is an ideal destination for a getaway in scenic surroundings. Visitors can enjoy camping, walking in the Wye Valley, and swigging the local cider. Thrill seekers can test their mettle rock climbing or rafting along the River Wye's pulsating rapids.

How to Get to Hereford

Flights to Hereford

Hereford lacks a local airport so passengers wishing to arrive by air need to fly to airports at nearby cities such as Cardiff or Birmingham. Cardiff is located around 56 miles from Hereford and Birmingham is around 58 miles away and frequent daily buses and train services offer fast onward travel to Hereford.

Trains to Hereford

Trains offer a fast and convenient way to travel to Hereford with regular daily services running from London Birmingham, Manchester, Cardiff and other cities. Hourly services arrive from Paddington. Some are direct taking around 3:30 hours, and others involving a change at Newport Gwent or Worcester Foregate Street. Some services require 2 changes at Worcester Foregate Street and Oxford, or Newport Gwent and Swindon. Direct connections are also available to Birmingham New Street which take around 90 minutes. Hereford Station is located on Barrs Court, Station Approach in the northeast of the city centre. Onward bus travel is offered by Sargeants of Kington.

Buses to Hereford

Hereford is easily reached by comfortable coaches from London, Birmingham, Gloucester, Swindon and other major cities in the UK. National Express operates 4 direct daily services from London's Victoria Coach Station that make the 188-kilometre run in around 4 hours and 20 minutes. Direct coaches also depart from Birmingham making the 73-kilometre trip in just under 3 hours. Coaches arrive in the station on Commercial Road located to the northeast of the town centre. The station is also the terminus for local services from nearby towns such as Ross-on-Wye and Worcester.

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