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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Manchester
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- S$82
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- S$132
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 2 h 34 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 2 h 36 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 15
- Distance
- 180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Manchester will cost around S$132 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only S$82.
To travel from Gloucester to Manchester you need to make at least one change.
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G008762:22 PM 2h37 Gloucester station (GCR) 4:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) S$82 1 One-way 1 change- G00900 · G00866
12:45 PM 2h44 Gloucester station (GCR) 3:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) S$98 1 One-way 1 change - G00905 · G00879
2:49 PM 2h40 Gloucester station (GCR) 5:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) S$98 1 One-way 1 change - W35069+G00872
1:22 PM 2h37 Gloucester station (GCR) 3:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) S$103 1 One-way 1 change - G00841 · G66716
7:09 AM 2h50 Gloucester station (GCR) 9:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) S$109 1 One-way 1 change
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7:25 AM 2h34 Gloucester station (GCR) 9:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) S$144 1 One-way 1 change - W35060+G66721
8:24 AM 2h35 Gloucester station (GCR) 10:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) S$144 1 One-way 1 change - G15030+G66730
10:22 AM 2h37 Gloucester station (GCR) 12:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) S$144 1 One-way 1 change - W35061+G00854
9:22 AM 2h37 Gloucester station (GCR) 11:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) S$144 1 One-way 1 change - W35071+G00876
2:22 PM 2h37 Gloucester station (GCR) 4:59 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) S$82 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Manchester
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Trains from Gloucester to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$40 but you can travel from only S$21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 180 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price S$40 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Gloucester to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Manchester trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:45 AM Gloucester | 2h44 | 10:29 AM Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:49 AM Gloucester | 3h16 | 1:05 PM Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:49 PM Gloucester | 2h40 | 3:29 PM Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:49 PM Gloucester | 2h40 | 8:29 PM Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Gloucester and Manchester
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Gloucester to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Manchester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Manchester
Most Gloucester to Manchester trains use the Gloucester to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gloucester station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Gloucester from Gloucester city centre
Gloucester train station facilities and services
Gloucester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gloucester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gloucester. ATMs are available at Gloucester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gloucester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gloucester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gloucester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Manchester station do trains from Gloucester arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Manchester from Manchester city centre
Manchester train station facilities and services
Manchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple food outlets and cafes available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are several ATMs located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester: Step-free access throughout the station.
Most popular trains to and from Manchester and Gloucester
Most popular train connections to Manchester
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