The average train between Hereford and Luton takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Hereford to Luton. 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 Luton. The earliest departure is at 12:17 AM at night, and the last departure from Hereford is at 8:18 PM which arrives into Luton at 12:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Newport (S Wales) and take an average of 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Hereford to Luton? 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 Luton. However, there are services departing from Hereford station and arriving at Luton station via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.
Hereford to Luton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Hereford station.
Hereford to Luton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Luton station.
Book your Hereford to Luton train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hereford and Luton is 158.6 km. The road distance is 339 km.
You can take a train from Hereford to Luton via Newport (S Wales), London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 3h 50m.