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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Gloucester
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Gloucester will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 10 trains that leave Bath for Gloucester on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C488948:51 AM1h09Bath Spa (BTH)10:00 AMGloucester station (GCR)$171One-way0 transfers- C488959:31 AM1h27Bath Spa (BTH)10:58 AMGloucester station (GCR)$171One-way0 transfers
- C48862 · Y417879:10 AM1h19Bath Spa (BTH)10:29 AMGloucester station (GCR)$191One-way1 transfer
- C42715 · C424628:07 AM1h22Bath Spa (BTH)9:29 AMGloucester station (GCR)$191One-way1 transfer
- C42716 · C4246310:08 AM1h21Bath Spa (BTH)11:29 AMGloucester station (GCR)$191One-way1 transfer
- C488948:51 AM1h09Bath Spa (BTH)10:00 AMGloucester station (GCR)$171One-way0 transfers
- C42257 · C4246410:42 AM1h14Bath Spa (BTH)11:56 AMGloucester station (GCR)$241One-way1 transfer
- C42255 · C488959:41 AM1h17Bath Spa (BTH)10:58 AMGloucester station (GCR)$241One-way1 transfer
- C48862 · Y417879:10 AM1h19Bath Spa (BTH)10:29 AMGloucester station (GCR)$191One-way1 transfer
- C42716 · C4246310:08 AM1h21Bath Spa (BTH)11:29 AMGloucester station (GCR)$191One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bath to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $24.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bath to Gloucester:
A train is $8 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bath to Gloucester costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Gloucester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 43m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 10m by train vs 1h 12m by car). Tickets start at around $17 (€14) compared to roughly $15 (€13) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bath to Gloucester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Gloucester trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C42715 · C42462 | 8:07 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h22 | 9:29 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| C48894 | 8:51 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h09 | 10:00 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42305+ G01065 · G01097 | 9:00 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h26 | 10:26 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 2 transfers | |
| C48862 · Y41787 | 9:10 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h19 | 10:29 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| C48895 | 9:31 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h27 | 10:58 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42255 · C48895 | 9:41 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h17 | 10:58 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| C42186+G01068 · G01100 | 9:50 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h36 | 11:26 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 2 transfers | |
| C42716 · C42463 | 10:08 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h21 | 11:29 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| C42464 | 10:31 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h25 | 11:56 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42257 · C42464 | 10:42 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h14 | 11:56 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Gloucester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bath to Gloucester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 10:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bath to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bath and Gloucester from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bath to Gloucester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Gloucester 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 Gloucester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bath to Gloucester
Most Bath to Gloucester trains use the Bath Spa to Gloucester station pair. Use this guide to compare Bath and Gloucester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
Bath Spa train station facilities and services
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Getting to Oldfield Park from Bath city centre
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldfield Park train station facilities and services
Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Gloucester station do trains from Bath arrive at?
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.
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