Gloucester to Edinburgh train from $38 (€32) with Avanti West Coast

Cheap train tickets from Gloucester to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Oct 05

Cheapest

$187

Average

$239

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

10:49AM6h17

Gloucester

05:06PMEdinburgh

$1871One-way

0 transfers

08:49AM7h26

Gloucester

04:15PMEdinburgh

$1951One-way

0 transfers

09:49AM5h29

Gloucester

03:18PMEdinburgh

$2301One-way

0 transfers

09:05AM6h00

Gloucester

03:05PMEdinburgh

$2871One-way

0 transfers

07:49AM6h15

Gloucester

02:04PMEdinburgh

$2941One-way

0 transfers

Gloucester to Edinburgh train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, October 5

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Cross Country	10:49AM Gloucester	6h17	05:06PM Edinburgh	0 transfersDirect
Cross Country	07:49AM Gloucester	6h15	02:04PM Edinburgh	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast	08:49AM Gloucester	7h26	04:15PM Edinburgh	0 transfersDirect
Cross Country	09:05AM Gloucester	6h00	03:05PM Edinburgh	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast	09:49AM Gloucester	5h29	03:18PM Edinburgh	0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Gloucester to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Oct 05

Fastest Journey

5 h 29 m

Average

6 h 17 m

Trains per day

Distance

459 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Gloucester for Edinburgh every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

09:49AM5h29

Gloucester

03:18PMEdinburgh

$2301One-way

0 transfers

09:05AM6h00

Gloucester

03:05PMEdinburgh

$2871One-way

0 transfers

07:49AM6h15

Gloucester

02:04PMEdinburgh

$2941One-way

0 transfers

10:49AM6h17

Gloucester

05:06PMEdinburgh

$1871One-way

0 transfers

08:49AM7h26

Gloucester

04:15PMEdinburgh

$1951One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Gloucester to Edinburgh

Distance	284 miles (458 km)
Average train duration	5 h 29 min
Average train ticket price	$180 (€153)
Train frequency	1 a day
Direct train	No
Train providers	Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express or first_great_western

Trains from Gloucester to Edinburgh cover the 284 miles (458 km) long trip taking on average 5 h 29 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express or first_great_western. Normally, there is 1 train operating per day. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $89 (€75), but the average price of train tickets is $180 (€153). Travelers depart most frequently from Gloucester and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley.

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

For as little as $105 (€89) you can travel by train to Edinburgh from Gloucester with CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and TransPennine Express. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains to Edinburgh from Gloucester. 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 Edinburgh train information:

Average Duration: 6 h
Cheapest Price: $124
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.

Gloucester to Edinburgh train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 5 h 29 min
Cheapest Price: $105

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Train information from Gloucester to Edinburgh with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 5 h 47 min
Cheapest Price: $182

FAQs: Trains from Gloucester to Edinburgh

FAQs: Travel by train from Gloucester to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh.

Cheap train tickets from Gloucester to Edinburgh can start from as little as $89 (€75) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gloucester to Edinburgh is $180 (€153); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Edinburgh from Gloucester is on average 5 h 29 min for the 284 mile (458 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Gloucester and Edinburgh by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Gloucester to Edinburgh leaves at 5: 04 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Gloucester to Edinburgh leaves at 12: 49 PM.

There is 1 train a day from Gloucester to Edinburgh which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Gloucester to Edinburgh train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Gloucester and Edinburgh to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 12: 49 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Gloucester, which is located around 0.2 miles (317 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Edinburgh Waverley, located 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre.

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

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

Popular train stations from Gloucester to Edinburgh

Gloucester

Edinburgh

The major railway station for departures from Gloucester is Gloucester. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gloucester for your journey between Gloucester and Edinburgh.

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