4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Bournemouth will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 2 trains that leave Gloucester for Bournemouth on Sat, Dec 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 06 the direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
On Sat, Dec 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 52 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 Gloucester to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. 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 €13, and a train costs an average of €53.
Distance: 80 miles (130 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€89 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gloucester to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Bournemouth trains for today, Friday, December 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:08 AM Gloucester | 3h53 | 12:01 PM Bournemouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 4:19 PM Gloucester | 2h56 | 7:15 PM Bournemouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:09 PM Gloucester | 4h01 | 11:10 PM Bournemouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, December 6 | |||||
| 5:12 AM Gloucester | 3h04 | 8:16 AM Bournemouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Gloucester to Bournemouth trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as CrossCountry and first_great_western offer trains services from Gloucester to Bournemouth. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Gloucester to Bournemouth.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Gloucester to Bournemouth.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Bournemouth
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Trains from Gloucester to Bournemouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€53) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (130 km) distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 80 miles (130 km) |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€53) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 21:19 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western from Gloucester to Bournemouth trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between Gloucester and Bournemouth from $16 (€13). 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 Gloucester to Bournemouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gloucester to Bournemouth
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- 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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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
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