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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Gloucester
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
59 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Gloucester will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 19 trains that leave Cardiff for Gloucester on Fri, Jun 19, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.
Y619537:10 AM1h05Cardiff Central (CDF)8:15 AMGloucester station (GCR)$221One-way0 transfers- G395978:10 AM1h06Cardiff Central (CDF)9:16 AMGloucester station (GCR)$221One-way0 transfers
- Y6199410:10 AM1h05Cardiff Central (CDF)11:15 AMGloucester station (GCR)$221One-way0 transfers
- Y620701:10 PM1h07Cardiff Central (CDF)2:17 PMGloucester station (GCR)$221One-way0 transfers
- Y619739:10 AM1h06Cardiff Central (CDF)10:16 AMGloucester station (GCR)$221One-way0 transfers
G0090011:45 AM0h58Cardiff Central (CDF)12:43 PMGloucester station (GCR)$261One-way0 transfers- G667128:45 AM0h59Cardiff Central (CDF)9:44 AMGloucester station (GCR)$261One-way0 transfers
- G009051:45 PM0h59Cardiff Central (CDF)2:44 PMGloucester station (GCR)$281One-way0 transfers
- G009387:45 AM1h00Cardiff Central (CDF)8:45 AMGloucester station (GCR)$261One-way0 transfers
- G010679:45 AM1h01Cardiff Central (CDF)10:46 AMGloucester station (GCR)$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Gloucester:
A bus is $1 (€0.97) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Gloucester costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to Gloucester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 30m.
The journey is about 12m faster (1h 8m by train vs 1h 20m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($17 (€14) vs $22 (€18)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Transport for Wales.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cardiff to Gloucester train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Gloucester trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W35431 · Y41768 | 5:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h54 | 7:01 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| W35160+G00841 | 5:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h12 | 7:05 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| W45135 | 6:10 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h06 | 7:16 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00844 | 6:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h04 | 7:44 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y61953 | 7:10 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h05 | 8:15 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00938 | 7:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h00 | 8:45 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G39597 | 8:10 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h06 | 9:16 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66712 | 8:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h59 | 9:44 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y61973 | 9:10 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h06 | 10:16 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01067 | 9:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h01 | 10:46 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y61994 | 10:10 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h05 | 11:15 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00941 | 10:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h02 | 11:47 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y61971 | 11:10 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h05 | 12:15 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00900 | 11:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h58 | 12:43 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y62071 | 12:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h06 | 1:16 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00947 | 12:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h01 | 1:46 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y62070 | 1:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h07 | 2:17 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00905 | 1:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h59 | 2:44 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W44760 | 2:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h05 | 3:15 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Gloucester
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Trains from Cardiff to Gloucester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 11:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Gloucester trainsTransport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Gloucester from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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CrossCountry
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Cross Country
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Gloucester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Gloucester
Most Cardiff to Gloucester trains use the Cardiff Central to Gloucester station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Gloucester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central 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, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Birchgrove from Cardiff city centre
Birchgrove is 4 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Birchgrove train station facilities and services
Birchgrove has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birchgrove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birchgrove: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Birchgrove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birchgrove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access is available from Waun y Groes Avenue, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Gloucester station do trains from Cardiff 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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