4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Gloucester
Cheapest price
$209
Average price
$408
Fastest journey
5 h 39 m
Average duration
5 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
459 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Gloucester will cost around $408 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $209.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Gloucester without transferring at least once.
G01155+
C4896612:05 PM6h05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:10 PMGloucester station (GCR)$2091One-way1 transfer- G01163+C489671:05 PM6h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:09 PMGloucester station (GCR)$2091One-way1 transfer
- G01165+C489632:08 PM6h01Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:09 PMGloucester station (GCR)$2091One-way1 transfer
C02012+G01163+C489671:30 PM5h39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:09 PMGloucester station (GCR)$7071One-way2 transfers- C02008+G01155+C4896612:30 PM5h40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:10 PMGloucester station (GCR)$7071One-way2 transfers
- C02012+G01163+C489671:30 PM5h39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:09 PMGloucester station (GCR)$7071One-way2 transfers
- C02008+G01155+C4896612:30 PM5h40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:10 PMGloucester station (GCR)$7071One-way2 transfers
- G01165+C489632:08 PM6h01Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:09 PMGloucester station (GCR)$2091One-way1 transfer
- G01163+C489671:05 PM6h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:09 PMGloucester station (GCR)$2091One-way1 transfer
- G01155+C4896612:05 PM6h05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:10 PMGloucester station (GCR)$2091One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $75.
Distance: 285 miles (459 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$168 Average price | $85 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $164 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 40m Average total duration 10h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Gloucester:
A bus is $31 (€26) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Gloucester costing on average $85 (€69).
A bus is $115 (€94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Gloucester costing on average $168 (€137).
Other travel options to Gloucester take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 37m.
Bus takes on average 10h 10m.
You'll arrive about 53m sooner (5h 37m by train vs 6h 30m by car). Tickets start at around $168 (€137) compared to roughly $164 (€134) 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 Cross Country.
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
Edinburgh to Gloucester train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Gloucester trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:05 AM Edinburgh | 6h07 | 4:12 PM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 10:52 AM Edinburgh | 6h40 | 5:32 PM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:05 PM Edinburgh | 5h58 | 6:03 PM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:30 PM Edinburgh | 7h44 | 9:14 PM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Gloucester.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Gloucester
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Trains from Edinburgh to Gloucester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€62) but you can travel from only $35 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 17:49. The fastest train covers the 285 miles (459 km) distance in 5h 34m.
Distance 285 miles (459 km) |
Average train duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€62) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 5:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Edinburgh to Gloucester trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Edinburgh and Gloucester from $35 (€29). 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 Edinburgh to Gloucester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Gloucester
Most Edinburgh to Gloucester trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Gloucester station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Gloucester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
Which Gloucester station do trains from Edinburgh 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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