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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to Gloucester
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Gloucester will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
It's difficult to get from Guildford to Gloucester without transferring at least once.
C42380 · W3507010:42 AM2h34Guildford station (GLD)1:16 PMGloucester station (GCR)$511One-way1 transfer- C42376 · W350668:42 AM2h34Guildford station (GLD)11:16 AMGloucester station (GCR)$511One-way1 transfer
- C42384 · W3507412:44 PM2h32Guildford station (GLD)3:16 PMGloucester station (GCR)$511One-way1 transfer
- C42386 · W350761:42 PM2h34Guildford station (GLD)4:16 PMGloucester station (GCR)$511One-way1 transfer
- C42382 · W3507211:42 AM2h34Guildford station (GLD)2:16 PMGloucester station (GCR)$511One-way1 transfer
- C42384 · W3507412:44 PM2h32Guildford station (GLD)3:16 PMGloucester station (GCR)$511One-way1 transfer
- C42378 · W350689:44 AM2h32Guildford station (GLD)12:16 PMGloucester station (GCR)$511One-way1 transfer
- C42380 · W3507010:42 AM2h34Guildford station (GLD)1:16 PMGloucester station (GCR)$511One-way1 transfer
- C42376 · W350668:42 AM2h34Guildford station (GLD)11:16 AMGloucester station (GCR)$511One-way1 transfer
- C42386 · W350761:42 PM2h34Guildford station (GLD)4:16 PMGloucester station (GCR)$511One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Guildford to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 83 miles (135 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Guildford to Gloucester:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Guildford to Gloucester costing on average $50 (€41).
Other travel options to Gloucester take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 49m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (2h 1m by train vs 2h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $50 (€41) compared to roughly $36 (€30) 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.
Live departures
Guildford to Gloucester train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Gloucester trains for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G15133 · W35073 | On time 12:42 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h34 | 3:16 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| G15135 · W35075 | On time 1:42 PM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h34 | 4:16 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
| C42376 · W35066 | 8:42 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h34 | 11:16 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| C42378 · W35068 | 9:44 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h32 | 12:16 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| C42380 · W35070 | 10:42 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h34 | 1:16 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| C42382 · W35072 | 11:42 AM Guildford station (GLD) | 2h34 | 2:16 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Gloucester
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Trains from Guildford to Gloucester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€26) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (135 km) distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 83 miles (135 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€26) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 9:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Guildford to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Guildford and Gloucester from $28 (€23). 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 Guildford to Gloucester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to Gloucester 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 Gloucester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Guildford to Gloucester
Most Guildford to Gloucester trains use the Guildford to Gloucester station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Gloucester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Guildford station do trains to Gloucester leave from?
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Guildford train station facilities and services
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Road (Guildford) from Guildford city centre
London Road (Guildford) train station facilities and services
London Road (Guildford) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Road (Guildford).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Road (Guildford).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Guildford).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Road (Guildford): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Road (Guildford): Bike Parking.
Which Gloucester station do trains from Guildford arrive at?
Getting to Gloucester from Gloucester city centre
Gloucester 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
Food and drink options are available at Gloucester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gloucester. ATMs are available at Gloucester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gloucester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gloucester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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