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Museum of Liverpool
Flagship city museum on the waterfront covering Liverpool’s social history, port heritage, music, and global influence.
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Liverpool will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
It's difficult to get from Gloucester to Liverpool without transferring at least once.
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C17899
G00922 · G00896+
C17896
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Y80572
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W33485
G66799+
W33486
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W33485
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W33486
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C17896
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C17787+
Y80572
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W35076Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $44.
Distance: 111 miles (179 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gloucester to Liverpool:
A bus is $63 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gloucester to Liverpool costing on average $84 (€69).
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 0m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (2h 36m by train vs 2h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $84 (€69) compared to roughly $48 (€39) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G00939+ C17767+ W35076 | 4:22 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h55 | 7:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G66799+ C17899 | 4:45 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 3h05 | 7:50 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G66799+ W33486 | 4:45 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h38 | 7:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G00893+ C17787+ Y80572 | 5:22 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h55 | 8:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G00922 · G00896+ C17896 | 5:49 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h53 | 8:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
G00922+ W33485 | 5:49 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h34 | 8:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Gloucester to Liverpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:49. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (179 km) distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 111 miles (179 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 8:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
Flagship city museum on the waterfront covering Liverpool’s social history, port heritage, music, and global influence.
Renowned public gallery with European old masters, Victorian works, and strong collections of painting, sculpture, and decorative art.
Leading modern and contemporary art gallery known for major exhibitions and national collection displays at the Royal Albert Dock.
Iconic waterfront promenade with Mersey views, the Three Graces, and some of the city’s best photo spots.
Scenic walking route along the Mersey connecting major sights, museums, and open views across the river.
Creative district filled with street art, warehouses, music venues, and photogenic corners popular with younger visitors.
Liverpool’s signature stew made with slow-cooked beef or lamb, potatoes, carrots and onions. It is the city’s best-known traditional dish and gave Liverpudlians the nickname Scousers.
A meat-free version of Scouse made with potatoes, carrots, onions and sometimes pearl barley or lentils. It reflects the city’s working-class food traditions.
A traditional Liverpool bread pudding made from leftover bread, dried fruit, spices and tea, usually served with custard. It is a nostalgic local dessert found in cafés and bakeries.
Refined fine-dining restaurant in a grand Victorian setting, known for modern British tasting menus and polished service.
Well-known food hall in the Baltic Triangle with a lively atmosphere and a range of street-food traders, bars and communal seating.
Upscale restaurant with city views, serving modern British dishes, seafood and afternoon tea in a stylish atmosphere.
Moderate by UK standards. Pubs, cafés, and transport are fairly priced, while hotels and waterfront dining cost more on weekends and during football matches.
Service charge may be added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. No tip needed for pubs at the bar. Round up taxi fares or add about 10%.
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Liverpool Lime Street, Liverpool -> Liverpool ONE Bus Station, Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gloucester to Liverpool trains use the Gloucester to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool South Parkway. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gloucester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Gloucester.
Wi-Fi is available at Gloucester. ATMs are available at Gloucester.
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gloucester: Parking, WC.
Available at Gloucester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gloucester: 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.
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Seaforth & Litherland is 6 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Seaforth & Litherland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Seaforth & Litherland. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Seaforth & Litherland: Parking, WC.
Available at Seaforth & Litherland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Seaforth & Litherland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”Ticket office and platforms are step free, however they are accessed by a ramp that is over 30m long, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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