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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance to Gloucester
Cheapest price
$277
Average price
$277
Fastest journey
5 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penzance to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penzance to Gloucester will cost around $277 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $277.
It's difficult to get from Penzance to Gloucester without transferring at least once.
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3:52 PM5h07Penzance8:59 PMGloucester$2771One-way1 transfer
- 3:52 PM5h07Penzance8:59 PMGloucester$2771One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Penzance to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $111.
Distance: 187 miles (301 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$119 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 39m Average total duration Fastest 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Penzance to Gloucester:
A bus is $64 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Penzance to Gloucester costing on average $119 (€96).
Other travel options to Gloucester take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 55m.
Tickets start at around $119 (€96) compared to roughly $78 (€63) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-40.45 (€-32.70). The journey takes 5h 9m versus 3h 53m 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.
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Penzance to Gloucester.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance to Gloucester
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Trains from Penzance to Gloucester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $111 (€90) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 18:15. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (301 km) distance in 5h 12m.
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $111 (€90) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 12m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 6:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Penzance to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Penzance and Gloucester from $42 (€34). 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 Penzance to Gloucester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance 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 Penzance to Gloucester
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
- Car Park: Winter Prices
- 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 the platforms. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: No
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to the station
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ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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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