The average train between Harpenden and Hereford takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Harpenden to Hereford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Harpenden and Hereford. The earliest departure is at 12:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Harpenden is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Hereford at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 11m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Harpenden to Hereford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Hereford. However, there are services departing from Harpenden station and arriving at Hereford station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.
Harpenden to Hereford train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Harpenden station.
Harpenden to Hereford train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Hereford station.
Book your Harpenden to Hereford train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Harpenden and Hereford is 163.8 km. The road distance is 330 km.
You can take a train from Harpenden to Hereford via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 58m.