What is the cheapest way to get from Hereford to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Hereford to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £75 - £110 and takes 6h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hereford to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Hereford to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 4h 28m and costs £60 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Hereford and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Hereford to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Hereford and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Hereford to Edinburgh?

The distance between Hereford and Edinburgh is 326 miles. The road distance is 315.8 miles.

How do I travel from Hereford to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Hereford to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 43m and costs £50 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Hereford to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Hereford to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hereford to Edinburgh train from?

Hereford to Edinburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Hereford station.

Where does the Hereford to Edinburgh train arrive?

Hereford to Edinburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Hereford to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Hereford to Edinburgh is 316 miles. It takes approximately 6h 3m to drive from Hereford to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Hereford to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Hereford to Edinburgh - 8 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Hereford to Edinburgh by train, car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Hereford to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 43m
£53–184
Drive 314 mi
1. Drive from Hereford to Edinburgh314 mi
6h 3m
£77–111
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
4h 28m
£61–149
Train
1. Take the train from Hereford to UniversityHereford - Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from University to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
7h 49m
£71–353
Train, bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Hereford to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Airport Bus Station
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4h 47m
£59–154
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
5h 16m
£66–214
Train, bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Hereford to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Airport Bus Station
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
4. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
5h 36m
£66–214
Train, bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Hereford to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Airport Bus Station
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
6h 13m
£65–233

Hereford to Edinburgh by train

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5h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 324.2 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Hereford, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Hereford to Edinburgh Waverley via Crewe in around 5h 43m.

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