The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to Gloucester
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Gloucester will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 6 trains that leave London Heathrow Airport for Gloucester on Sat, Jun 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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.
8:02 AM2h14London Heathrow Airport10:16 AMGloucester$581One-way0 transfers
9:55 AM2h21London Heathrow Airport12:16 PMGloucester$611One-way0 transfers
8:55 AM2h20London Heathrow Airport11:15 AMGloucester$611One-way0 transfers
7:02 AM3h23London Heathrow Airport10:25 AMGloucester$671One-way0 transfers
4:55 PM2h21London Heathrow Airport7:16 PMGloucester$681One-way0 transfers
8:02 AM2h14London Heathrow Airport10:16 AMGloucester$581One-way0 transfers
8:55 AM2h20London Heathrow Airport11:15 AMGloucester$611One-way0 transfers
4:55 PM2h21London Heathrow Airport7:16 PMGloucester$681One-way0 transfers
9:55 AM2h21London Heathrow Airport12:16 PMGloucester$611One-way0 transfers
8:17 AM2h39London Heathrow Airport10:56 AMGloucester$721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Heathrow Airport to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$70 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m 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 London Heathrow Airport to Gloucester:
A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Heathrow Airport to Gloucester costing on average $70 (€57).
Other travel options to Gloucester take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 45m.
Tickets start at around $70 (€57) compared to roughly $52 (€42) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-18.26 (€-14.96). The journey takes 2h 2m versus 1h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Gloucester train times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Gloucester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:02 AM London Heathrow Airport | 3h23 | 10:25 AM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:02 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h14 | 10:16 AM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:17 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h39 | 10:56 AM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h20 | 11:15 AM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h21 | 12:16 PM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets London Heathrow Airport to Gloucester by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to Gloucester
Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Gloucester run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 5:17 AM |
Last train 8:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from London Heathrow Airport to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and Gloucester 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 London Heathrow Airport to Gloucester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Gloucester
- 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
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