Station facilities

  • Parking
  • Shops
  • Step-free access
  • Ticket machine
  • Ticket office
  • Toilets
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  • General service information
    • Staffing Level
    • Closed Circuit Television
    • Information Available From Staff
    • Information Services Open
    • CIS
    • Customer Help Points
  • Ticket buying and collection
    • Ticket Office
    • Prepurchase Collection
    • Ticket Machine
    • Oystercard Issued
    • Use Oystercard
    • Always Show Oyster Card Fields
    • Smartcard Issued
    • Smartcard Topup
    • Smartcard Validator
    • Smartcard Comments
    • Penalty Fares
  • All station facilities
    • Seated Area
    • Station Buffet
    • Toilets
    • Baby Change
    • Telephones
    • Wi Fi
    • Post Box
    • Atm Machine
    • Shops
  • Accessibility and mobility access
    • Helpline
    • Staff Help Available
    • Induction Loop
    • Accessible Ticket Machines
    • Height Adjusted Ticket Office Counter
    • Ramp For Train Access
    • Accessible Taxis
    • Accessible Public Telephones
    • National Key Toilets
    • Step Free Access
    • Ticket Gates
    • Impaired Mobility Set Down
    • Wheelchairs Available
    • Assisted Travel
  • Parking information
    • Cycle Storage
    • CarPark
    • Rail Replacement Services
    • Taxi Rank
    • Cycle Hire
  • Passenger services
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Overview

Hereford railway station is a transport hub for the city and surrounding areas. It’s notable for its striking Gothic architecture, which adds a distinct character to the site and reflects the Victorian influence seen in many railway stations of its era.

It’s an important stop on the Marches Line, connecting passengers living near the England-Wales border with destinations such as Cardiff, Newport and Manchester. You’ll find a range of amenities here, including ticketing services, waiting areas, and facilities to accommodate accessibility needs.

 

History of Hereford railway station

Hereford station has a rich history dating back to the mid-19th century when the expansion of the railway network transformed transport across the UK.

Opened in 1854, the station was initially part of the Shrewsbury and Hereford Railway line, connecting the region to major industrial and commercial centres. Designed in a Victorian architectural style, the station has undergone several renovations and improvements over the years to meet growing passenger demand.

During its peak in the 19th and early 20th centuries, Hereford became a significant hub for both freight and passenger traffic, transporting agricultural goods, livestock and local produce.

To this day, Hereford railway station remains a vital link in the UK rail network.

 

  • How long does it take to walk from Hereford Station to Hereford city centre?
    • Walking along Widemarsh Street, the walk from the station to the city centre takes around ten minutes.
  • What car parking facilities are available at Hereford Station?
    • Hereford Station has spaces for 175 cars to park.
  • What facilities are there for bike storage at Hereford Station?
    • There are secure spaces for 50 bikes at Hereford Station.
  • What other facilities are available at Hereford Station?
    • Toilets - including baby changing facilities
    • Station buffet
    • Coin and cards telephones
    • Post box
    • Disabled access - the station is step-free throughout, and there are ramps, wheelchairs and induction loops available
  • Which popular destinations can be reached from Newport Station?