Gloucester to Bridgwater train with Great Western Rail

Fri, Nov 07
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Compare train and bus for Gloucester to Bridgwater

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Bridgwater among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €28.

Distance: 60 miles (97 km)

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Bus

€33

Average price

€23

Average price

Cheapest

2h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 43m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 55m

Average total duration

2h 25m

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30m

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National Express

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Live departures

Gloucester to Bridgwater train times

The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Bridgwater trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:19 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_westernP09809 · P08911
On time
8:40 AM Gloucester station (GCR)
2h04
10:44 AM Bridgwater station (BWT)
1 transfer
great_westernP09826 · P08912
On time
9:40 AM Gloucester station (GCR)
2h02
11:42 AM Bridgwater station (BWT)
1 transfer
great_westernP09810 · P08913
On time
10:39 AM Gloucester station (GCR)
2h03
12:42 PM Bridgwater station (BWT)
1 transfer
great_westernP09811 · P08914
On time
11:40 AM Gloucester station (GCR)
2h02
1:42 PM Bridgwater station (BWT)
1 transfer
great_westernP09812 · P08915
On time
12:44 PM Gloucester station (GCR)
2h00
2:44 PM Bridgwater station (BWT)
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gloucester to Bridgwater

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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 $27 (€22)
Distance
60 miles (97 km)
Average train duration
1h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
$35 (€28)
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
1h 56m
First train
04:52
Last train
21:55

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Gloucester to Bridgwater start from as low as $35 (€28) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $41 (€33) depending on the train type and class.
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 $27 (€22)

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Gloucester to Bridgwater trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Gloucester and Bridgwater from $27 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest Price
$35 (€28)
Great Western Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest Price
$102 (€83)
Cross Country frequency
2 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest Price
$90 (€73)
first_great_western frequency
15 a day

FAQs: Trains from Gloucester to Bridgwater

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The distance by train from Gloucester to Bridgwater is 60 miles (97 km).
Two to three days in Bridgwater is typically sufficient to explore its historical sites, enjoy local attractions, and experience the surrounding Somerset countryside.
The train from Gloucester to Bridgwater takes 1h 56m and runs 5 per day.
The train station in Gloucester that goes to Bridgwater is Gloucester station (GCR), which connects to Bridgwater station (BWT).
The last train from Gloucester to Bridgwater leaves at 9:55 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Gloucester to Bridgwater.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Gloucester to Bridgwater.
Train ticket prices from Gloucester to Bridgwater can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $35 (€28), while the average price is around $41 (€33).
The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Bridgwater is by bus, with a cost of around $27 (€22).
The first train from Gloucester to Bridgwater leaves at 4:52 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Gloucester to Bridgwater.
Yes, there is a direct train from Gloucester to Bridgwater. This service operates 1 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail, first_great_western.
The train journey from Gloucester to Bridgwater offers scenic views of the English countryside, with glimpses of rolling hills, picturesque villages, and stretches of rural landscapes along the way.
A day trip from Gloucester to Bridgwater is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 56m each way. Trains run 5 times per day, covering a distance of 60 miles (97 km).

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Gloucester to Bridgwater

Gloucester
Bridgwater
The major train station for departures in Gloucester is Gloucester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gloucester for your trip from Gloucester to Bridgwater.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Gloucester
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station

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