Hereford to Leicester by train

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Overview: trains from Hereford to Leicester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Hereford to Leicester, 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 23:08 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 29m View journey
Distance (km) 125
Trains / day 28 View all
Cheapest journey €63.80 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 42m
Train operators 4

Taking the train from Hereford to Leicester

So you’re considering going from Hereford to Leicester by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost from Hereford to Leicester

Ready to book tickets from Hereford to Leicester? 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 Hereford and Leicester typically run €63.80.

  • 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 5 months in advance.

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Train times for travel between Hereford and Leicester

If you are taking the train from Hereford to Leicester, you will have 28 trains each day (with a departure every 9 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 04:47. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:08. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:17, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:50.

Train duration for trips from Hereford to Leicester

The swiftest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 29 minutes, crossing a total distance of 125 kilometres.

When are tickets between Hereford and Leicester available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Hereford and Leicester can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making the most of your Hereford to Leicester travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Leicester.

FAQs about the train journey from Hereford to Leicester

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

The total distance from Hereford to Leicester is 125 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.