Train from Cheltenham to Hereford: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Cheltenham to Hereford on 4 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transport for WalesTrain
Cheltenham Spa
HerefordCheapest
Transport for WalesTrain
Cheltenham Spa
HerefordFastest
Transport for WalesTrain
Cheltenham Spa
HerefordNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 07:01 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Cheltenham to Hereford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Hereford. The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
1h 25mAverage duration
28 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£12 - £12Average duration1h 25m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£19 - £33Average duration2h 13m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cheltenham to Hereford by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Cheltenham to Hereford?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cheltenham to Hereford start from £19. The average price for this train route is around £21. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cheltenham to Hereford?

    The average train journey time from Cheltenham to Hereford is 2h 13m, covering a distance of 29 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h and is operated by Transport for Wales.

  3. Which train operators serve the Cheltenham to Hereford route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day, including services from Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cheltenham to Hereford?

    The earliest train from Cheltenham to Hereford departs at 07:43. And the latest train departs at 17:45.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Cheltenham to Hereford?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cheltenham to Hereford?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cheltenham to Hereford?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cheltenham to Hereford?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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01/12
£18
02/12
£18
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£32
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£18
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Hereford was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cheltenham to Hereford as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £18 to £32 for a train ticket from Cheltenham to Hereford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-04.

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