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Trains from Hereford (HFD) to Reading

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29

train journeys
per day

85

miles (137 kms)

2hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:23 / 01:04

first / last train

4

direct trains

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Hereford (HFD) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Hereford and Reading , with 4 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Hereford to Reading is approximately 85 miles (137 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 59 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Hereford and Reading.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hereford to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Hereford to Reading Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:23
    2 hrs 31 mins Direct
    07:54
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:29
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    07:49
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:42
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:10
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    09:19
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:11
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    09:55
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    10:06
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:11
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    10:45
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:02
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    11:18
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:45
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    12:16
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:11
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:39
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    13:17
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:40
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    13:57
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:11
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    14:16
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:40
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    15:15
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:18
    2 hrs 41 mins Direct
    15:59
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:13
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    16:16
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:42
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    17:17
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:18
    2 hrs 39 mins Direct
    17:57
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:04
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    18:17
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:39
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    18:48
    Hereford
    Reading
    Hereford to Reading

About Hereford Station

Station name Hereford (HFD)
Address Hereford Station, Station Approach, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR1 1BB
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 18:40
Tuesday 05:15 - 18:40
Wednesday 05:15 - 18:40
Thursday 05:15 - 18:40
Friday 05:15 - 18:40
Saturday 05:15 - 18:40
Sunday 09:15 - 18:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Hereford and Reading

The travel time between Hereford and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hereford and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:04.

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Amenities on trains between Hereford and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 4 direct services per day from Hereford to Reading

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Hereford and Reading.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Hereford and Reading, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.