The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Gloucester
Cheapest price
$220
Average price
$220
Fastest journey
4 h 16 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Gloucester will cost around $220 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $220.
Of the 1 trains that leave Norwich for Gloucester on Fri, Nov 07, 1 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 256 km distance in an average of 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 16 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 16 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 Norwich to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €134.
Distance: 159 miles (256 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€141 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Norwich to Gloucester train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Gloucester trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 AM Norwich | 4h16 | 12:16 PM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Gloucester
Trains from Norwich to Gloucester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $165 (€134) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 159 miles (256 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 159 miles (256 km) |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $165 (€134) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 04:10 |
Last train 20:17 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Norwich to Gloucester trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich and Gloucester from $26 (€21). 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 Norwich to Gloucester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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 Norwich to Gloucester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
- 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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