Gloucester to Cardiff train from $6 (€5) with Cross Country

Cheap train tickets from Gloucester to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Dec 07

Cheapest

$13

Average

$15

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

L43122

01:58PM1h13

Gloucester station (GCR)

03:11PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$131One-way

0 transfers

L43116

12:57PM1h11

Gloucester station (GCR)

02:08PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$151One-way

0 transfers

C48525

02:27PM0h58

Gloucester station (GCR)

03:25PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$161One-way

0 transfers

C48522

01:27PM0h58

Gloucester station (GCR)

02:25PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$161One-way

0 transfers

C48520

12:27PM0h58

Gloucester station (GCR)

01:25PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$161One-way

0 transfers

Gloucester to Cardiff train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 7

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Cross Country C48520	12:27PM Gloucester station (GCR)	0h58	01:25PM Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 transfersDirect
Transport for Wales L43116	12:57PM Gloucester station (GCR)	1h11	02:08PM Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 transfersDirect
Cross Country C48522	01:27PM Gloucester station (GCR)	0h58	02:25PM Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 transfersDirect
Transport for Wales L43122	01:58PM Gloucester station (GCR)	1h13	03:11PM Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 transfersDirect
Cross Country C48525	02:27PM Gloucester station (GCR)	0h58	03:25PM Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 transfersDirect
Transport for Wales L43127	03:00PM Gloucester station (GCR)	1h06	04:06PM Cardiff Central (CDF)	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Gloucester to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Dec 07

Fastest Journey

58 m

Average

1 h 4 m

Trains per day

Distance

78 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Gloucester for Cardiff every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

C48525

02:27PM0h58

Gloucester station (GCR)

03:25PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$161One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

C48522

01:27PM0h58

Gloucester station (GCR)

02:25PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$161One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

C48520

12:27PM0h58

Gloucester station (GCR)

01:25PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$161One-way

0 transfers

L43127

03:00PM1h06

Gloucester station (GCR)

04:06PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$171One-way

0 transfers

L43116

12:57PM1h11

Gloucester station (GCR)

02:08PMCardiff Central (CDF)

$151One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gloucester to Cardiff

Trains from Gloucester to Cardiff run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.

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

Distance

47 miles (77 km)

Average train duration

1h 12m

Cheapest ticket price

$6 (€5)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

58m

First train

00:05

Last train

23:21

Price information

Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales and Great Western Rail from Gloucester to Cardiff trains

CrossCountry, Transport for Wales and Great Western Rail trains will get you from Gloucester to Cardiff from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Gloucester to Cardiff. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

CrossCountry from Gloucester to Cardiff train information:

Average Duration: 55 min
Cheapest Price: $15
CrossCountry frequency: 14 a day

Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.

Gloucester to Cardiff train information with Transport for Wales:

Average Duration: 1 h 6 min
Cheapest Price: $8

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.

FAQs: Trains from Gloucester to Cardiff

FAQs: Travel by train from Gloucester to Cardiff 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 Gloucester to Cardiff.

Cheap train tickets from Gloucester to Cardiff can start from as little as $6 (€5) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gloucester to Cardiff is $19 (€17); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Gloucester and Cardiff is on average 58 min for the 48 mile (77 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Gloucester to Cardiff by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Gloucester to Cardiff leaves at 12: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Gloucester to Cardiff leaves at 11: 21 PM.

There are 7 trains a day from Gloucester to Cardiff which require at least one change with CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Gloucester to Cardiff train with CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to Cardiff from Gloucester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 21 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Gloucester, which is located around 0.6 miles (882 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Cardiff Central, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Cardiff from Gloucester is worth doing with a journey time of 58 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Gloucester to Cardiff is December.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gloucester and Cardiff including taking a train or bus.

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