The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Plymouth will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gloucester for Plymouth on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 213 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 9 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 Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 132 miles (213 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€77 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gloucester to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Plymouth trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:49 PM Gloucester | 3h54 | 10:43 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 6:48 AM Gloucester | 2h59 | 9:47 AM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:48 AM Gloucester | 4h01 | 11:49 AM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 AM Gloucester | 3h09 | 11:49 AM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 AM Gloucester | 3h07 | 1:47 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gloucester to Plymouth by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Plymouth
Trains from Gloucester to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€55) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (213 km) distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 132 miles (213 km) |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€55) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 20:41 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Gloucester to Plymouth trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Gloucester and Plymouth from $15 (€12). 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 Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Plymouth 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 Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gloucester to Plymouth
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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