Is there a direct train from Southampton to Hereford?

The journey between Southampton and Hereford usually involves 8 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Southampton to Hereford every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Southampton to Hereford?

The Southampton to Hereford train travel takes about 2 hours and 55 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Southampton to Hereford train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Hereford leaving Southampton at around 05:15 and the last train leaving at around 23:00.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Southampton at around 05:09, with the final departure at 22:57.

Southampton to Hereford by train

First train

05:09
Last train

23:00

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

2hr 55m

Distance

155 kilometres
Trains per day

34

Avg. journey time

4hr 4m
Train operators

From Southampton to Hereford by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Southampton to Hereford by train. With 34 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost for travel between Southampton 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 US$106.00, 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 5 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 times for travel from Southampton to Hereford

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 05:15 and the last departure is 23:00. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:09 and the last train leaves at 22:57. On average, a total of 34 trains make this journey each day.

Average train travel time from Southampton to Hereford

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 55 minutes, travelling a total distance of 155 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Southampton to Hereford trains

Tickets for travel to Hereford along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making the most of your trip to Hereford

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Hereford.

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance by train from Southampton to Hereford?

The total distance between Southampton and Hereford is 155 kilometres.

How much does it cost to go from Southampton to Hereford by train?

The cheapest fare for this route is US$106.00. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost . A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs .

How far in advance can I book my Southampton to Hereford train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 5 months in advance.

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

The fastest journey is 2 hours and 55 minutes.

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