The average train between Hereford and Clitheroe takes 5h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Hereford to Clitheroe. 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 Hereford and Clitheroe. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hereford is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Clitheroe at 8:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 3m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Hereford to Clitheroe? 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 Hereford to Clitheroe. However, there are services departing from Hereford station and arriving at Clitheroe station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.
Hereford to Clitheroe train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Hereford station.
Hereford to Clitheroe train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Hereford to Clitheroe train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Lumo and 3 other operators.
The distance between Hereford and Clitheroe is 202.3 km. The road distance is 252 km.
You can take a train from Hereford to Clitheroe via Crewe, Preston, and Blackburn in around 4h 34m.