The average train between Rayleigh and Hereford takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh and Hereford. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rayleigh is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Hereford at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh to Hereford. However, there are services departing from Rayleigh station and arriving at Hereford station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Rayleigh to Hereford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Rayleigh station.
Rayleigh to Hereford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Hereford station.
Book your Rayleigh to Hereford train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rayleigh and Hereford is 234.1 km. The road distance is 343 km.
You can take a train from Rayleigh to Hereford via Stratford, London Paddington, and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 24m.