Going from Peterborough to Hereford by train

About to set off from Peterborough to Hereford by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between Peterborough and Hereford

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 £75.65, 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 and a half 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 timetable for travel between Peterborough and Hereford

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

  • First daily departure (weekday): 06:10

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 21:59

  • First daily departure (weekend): 06:52

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 22:47

  • Average number of daily trains: 19 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 57 minutes

Train travel time and distance from Peterborough to Hereford

Trains can complete this route in as little as 3 hours and 20 minutes. The total distance travelled is 177 kilometres.

Booking Peterborough to Hereford trains in advance

Booking your Peterborough to Hereford tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 3 and a half months before departure.

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Maximising your travels to Hereford

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Hereford.

Frequently asked questions

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

The total distance between Peterborough and Hereford by train is 177 kilometres.

How much does the train from Peterborough to Hereford cost?

The lowest fare on this route is £75.65. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

How far in advance can I book my Peterborough to Hereford train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 3 and a half months before the travel date.

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

The fastest journey time is 3 hours and 20 minutes.