The average train between Hereford and Lancaster takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Hereford to Lancaster. 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 Lancaster. 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 Lancaster at 6:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hereford to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Hereford station and arriving at Lancaster station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.
Hereford to Lancaster train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Hereford station.
Hereford to Lancaster train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Hereford to Lancaster train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Hereford and Lancaster is 221.3 km. The road distance is 249 km.
You can take a train from Hereford to Lancaster via Crewe in around 3h 12m.