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Trains from Reading West to Hereford (HFD)

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25

train journeys
per day

84

miles (136 kms)

2hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

05:55 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading West to Hereford (HFD)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Hereford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Hereford is approximately 84 miles (136 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 5 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Hereford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Hereford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:55
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:33
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:02
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:26
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:19
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    10:55
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:59
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:55
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:51
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:31
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:15
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    3 hrs 2 changes
    13:52
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:46
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    14:27
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:14
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    14:59
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:51
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    16:27
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:16
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    17:25
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:22
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    17:51
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:49
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    18:20
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:29
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    18:53
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:52
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    19:29
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:31
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    19:59
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:42
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    20:26
    Reading West
    Hereford
    Reading West to Hereford

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading West and Hereford

The travel time between Reading West and Hereford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Hereford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading West & Hereford. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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