Brighton to Hereford by train

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Overview: trains from Brighton to Hereford

Find the key information for travelling by train from Brighton to Hereford, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:10 View journey
Last train 23:42 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 24m View journey
Distance (km) 225
Trains / day 46 View all
Cheapest journey AU$119.95 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 19m
Train operators 17

Travelling from Brighton to Hereford by train

Considering a train trip from Brighton to Hereford? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost from Brighton to Hereford

Ready to book tickets from Brighton to Hereford? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Brighton and Hereford typically run AU$119.95.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 3 and a half months in advance.

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Train timetable for travel between Brighton and Hereford

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Brighton to Hereford by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 00:10

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 21:49

  • First daily departure (weekend): 04:12

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 23:42

  • Average number of daily trains: 46 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 14 minutes

Brighton to Hereford train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 225 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 4 hours and 24 minutes.

When are tickets between Brighton and Hereford available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Brighton and Hereford can be purchased 3 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Brighton to Hereford

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Hereford city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Brighton to Hereford

Want to know more about your journey from Brighton to Hereford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Brighton to Hereford covers a distance of 225 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.