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Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Hereford to Cheltenham. The train trip from Hereford to Cheltenham is usually about 3 hours and 45 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Arriva Trains Wales + Connections train can get you there in as little as one hour and 59 minutes.
| Distance | 29 mi (47 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 59m |
| Lowest price | €27.90 |
| Most frequent service | Arriva Trains Wales + Connections |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Hereford to Cheltenham?
There are 3 train lines with service from Hereford to Cheltenham. Arriva Trains Wales + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 6 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arriva Trains Wales | 1 | 2h 6m | €27.90 |
| Arriva Trains Wales + Connections | 6 | 3h 29m | €27.90 |
| West Midlands Railway + Connections | 1 | 7h 6m | €27.90 |
Arriva Trains Wales is a friendly and reliable operator of passenger rail services in Wales with services that cross the border into England. Destinations for Arriva Trains Wales services in Wales include Newport, Wrexham, Birmingham, and Manchester. Onboard, passengers will find power outlets and restrooms, plus snacks and beverages available for purchase from a café car or roving trolley service.
Arriva Trains Wales + Connections train tickets from Hereford to Cheltenham start from €28, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Arriva Trains Wales + Connections schedules to Cheltenham. Arriva Trains Wales + Connections in Hereford leaves from Hereford Station . And in Cheltenham trains arrive at Cheltenham Spa .
From Hereford to Cheltenham train travel on Arriva Trains Wales + Connections takes 3 hours and 29 minutes. If you are looking to get to Cheltenham faster, Arriva Trains Wales + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 59 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Arriva Trains Wales + Connections offers 6 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Cheltenham.
West Midlands Railway + Connections train tickets from Hereford to Cheltenham start from €28, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 West Midlands Railway + Connections schedules to Cheltenham. West Midlands Railway + Connections in Hereford leaves from Hereford Station . And in Cheltenham trains arrive at Cheltenham Spa .
From Hereford to Cheltenham train travel on West Midlands Railway + Connections takes 7 hours and 6 minutes. If you are looking to get to Cheltenham faster, West Midlands Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 59 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Cheltenham on a weekend there is typically one West Midlands Railway + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Hereford.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Hereford to Cheltenham tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Hereford at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Cheltenham to Hereford.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Hereford?
Main departure station: Hereford Station
There is one train station in Hereford.
All train stations in Hereford:
Hereford Station
Where is the train station in Cheltenham?
Main arrival station: Cheltenham Spa Station
Cheltenham has one train station.
Train stations in Cheltenham:
Cheltenham Spa Station
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