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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Gloucester

Showing times and prices for Jun 18

Cheapest price

$85

Average price

$141

Fastest journey

5 h 33 m

Average duration

5 h 56 m

Trains per day

Distance

459 km

Cheap tickets

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 $141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Edinburgh for Gloucester on Wed, Jun 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 459 km distance in an average of 5 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 33 m .

On Wed, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 6 h 20 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.

06:52AM5h34

Edinburgh

12:26PMGloucester

$851One-way

0 transfers

06:06AM6h20

Edinburgh

12:26PMGloucester

$1331One-way

0 transfers

08:07AM6h18

Edinburgh

02:25PMGloucester

$1511One-way

0 transfers

08:52AM5h33

Edinburgh

02:25PMGloucester

$1971One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, 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 €33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m.

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Most popular Train	Flight	Bus
€159 Average price	€69 Average price	€57 Average price Cheapest
6h 39m Average duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 12m Average duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	13h 58m Average duration 13h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Gloucester

United Kingdom

Trains from Edinburgh to Gloucester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€60) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $41 (€33)

Distance

285 miles (459 km)

Average train duration

6h 9m

Cheapest ticket price

$74 (€60)

Trains per day

Fastest train

5h 32m

First train

05:48

Last train

16:52

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $41 (€33)

Train companies: CrossCountry and Virgin Trains from Edinburgh to Gloucester trains

For as little as $96 (€78) you can travel by train to Gloucester from Edinburgh with CrossCountry and Virgin Trains. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from Edinburgh to Gloucester you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Train information from Edinburgh to Gloucester with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 6 h
Cheapest Price: $155
CrossCountry frequency: 8 a day

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Edinburgh to Gloucester train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 5 h 33 min
Cheapest Price: $96
Virgin Trains frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Gloucester

FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh to Gloucester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Gloucester.

Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Gloucester can start from as little as $73 (€59) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh to Gloucester is $204 (€166); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Edinburgh to Gloucester is 5 h 32 min to travel the 284 mile (458 km) long route, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Edinburgh to Gloucester leaves at 5: 20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Edinburgh to Gloucester leaves at 7: 49 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Edinburgh to Gloucester which require at least one change with CrossCountry or Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Edinburgh to Gloucester, you can count on CrossCountry or Avanti West Coast for the best way to get you to Gloucester. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Edinburgh and Gloucester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 49 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Edinburgh Waverley, which is located around 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Gloucester, located 0.6 miles (882 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Edinburgh to Gloucester by train is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Gloucester including taking a train, bus or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Gloucester

Edinburgh

Gloucester

The major train station for departures in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your trip from Edinburgh to Gloucester.

Edinburgh Waverley Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Princes St, Edinburgh EH1 1BB, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
Sun: 07:00 - 23:59

Wifi

Free public Wi-Fi available.

Lockers

You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.

Shopping

Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth

Parking

Car Park: New Street: Long Stay

Dining

Bagel Factory
Burger King
Caffè Nero
Costa Coffee
JD Wetherspoon
The Pasty Shop
The Beer House
M&S
Pret a Manger

Taxis

Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.

Accessibility

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.

National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
Baby changing facilities: Yes
Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,

Hotel

Old Waverley Hotel
Jurys Inn Edinburgh
The Scotsman Hotel

Ticket Office

Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
Sun: 07:00 - 23:59

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Information booths are located on the concourse.

Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley

Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
Metro: No metro available.