Hereford to Derby by train

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Overview: trains from Hereford to Derby

Find the key information for travelling by train from Hereford to Derby, 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 04:47 View journey
Last train 22:59 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 21m View journey
Distance (km) 127
Trains / day 28 View all
Cheapest journey CA$114.40 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 16m
Train operators 6

Hereford to Derby by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Hereford to Derby? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 127 kilometres.

Cost of a train ticket between Hereford and Derby

The cheapest ticket price along this route is CA$114.40. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 3 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Hereford to Derby departure timetable

On this route, 28 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Hereford at 04:47 and the last leaving at 22:59 during the week.

For weekend travel to Derby, the earliest departure is at 06:17 and the last one is at 22:50. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 10 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Hereford and Derby

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 21 minutes, covering a total of 127 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Hereford to Derby trains

Tickets for travel to Derby along this route are available for purchase 3 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

More information on train travel from Hereford to Derby

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Derby city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Hereford to Derby

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

The total distance between Hereford and Derby is 127 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.