The average train between Hereford and Kent takes 5h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Hereford to Kent. 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 Kent. The earliest departure is at 12:17 AM at night, and the last departure from Hereford is at 8:18 PM which arrives into Kent at 5:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Newport (S Wales) and take an average of 5h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Hereford to Kent? 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 Kent. However, there are services departing from Hereford station and arriving at Kent station via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.
Hereford to Kent train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Hereford station.
Hereford to Kent train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Hereford to Kent train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hereford and Kent is 252.8 km. The road distance is 394 km.
You can take a train from Hereford to Lenham via Newport (S Wales), London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 4h 36m.