The cheapest and fastest trains from Coventry to Gloucester
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coventry to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Gloucester will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 2 trains that leave Coventry for Gloucester on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Coventry to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€28 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Coventry to Gloucester train times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Gloucester trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:30 PM Coventry | 1h55 | 8:25 PM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 9:33 AM Coventry | 1h55 | 11:28 AM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Coventry | 1h55 | 12:25 PM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Coventry to Gloucester by train or bus
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Why should you book Coventry to Gloucester trains with Omio?
CrossCountry as well as Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains offer trains services from Coventry to Gloucester. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Coventry to Gloucester.
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Coventry to Gloucester.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Coventry to Gloucester.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While CrossCountry tickets can be bought on CrossCountry's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from Coventry to Gloucester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Coventry to Gloucester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Coventry to Gloucester
Trains from Coventry to Gloucester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Coventry to Gloucester trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Coventry and Gloucester from $20 (€16). 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 Coventry to Gloucester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry 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 Coventry to Gloucester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Warwick Road (Car Park 3)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2/3
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Yes , Located on platform 1 , these toilets are operated with a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle Hub off main concourse 144 spaces 59 cycle hoops at the end of platform 1 , 2x spaces per hoop = 118 spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
- Opening hours: Monday 07:00 - 13:0015:00 - 18:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 12:00 Friday 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 10:00 - 12:00 None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus stop at junction of Sir Henry Parkes Road and Canley Road.
- Car Park: Car parking is available in the adjacent Coventry Building Society Arena car parks A & B
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bicycle storage is available on both platforms.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up / drop off from Stand AD at the Arena Retail Park Bus Station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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