Discover Hereford to Hull by train

Planning a train adventure from Hereford to Hull? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost for travel between Hereford and Hull

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$77.38, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 3 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train schedule for travel between Hereford and Hull

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 18 trains make this journey of 245 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Hereford is at 04:47 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:21.

During the weekend, 05:46 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 21:20 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 47 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Hereford to Hull

Trains can complete this route in as little as 4 hours and 24 minutes. The total distance travelled is 245 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Hereford and Hull?

Tickets along this route go on sale 3 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Learn more about train travel from Hereford to Hull

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Hereford and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Hull city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the journey from Hereford to Hull by train?

The total distance between Hereford and Hull by train is 245 kilometres.

What is the Hereford to Hull train price?

The lowest price available on this route is AU$77.38. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Hereford to Hull by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 3 months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Hereford to Hull by train?

The fastest journey time is 4 hours and 24 minutes.