The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Gloucester
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Gloucester will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 4 trains that leave Swansea for Gloucester on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 120 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 18 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 Swansea to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. 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 €11, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 74 miles (120 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€25 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Swansea to Gloucester train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Gloucester trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:41 AM Swansea | 2h48 | 10:29 AM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:12 AM Swansea | 3h18 | 11:30 AM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Swansea to Gloucester trains with Omio?
Transport for Wales as well as Great Western Rail, CrossCountry and first_great_western offer trains services from Swansea to Gloucester. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Swansea to Gloucester.
Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Rail, CrossCountry and first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Gloucester.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transport for Wales with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Swansea to Gloucester.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Transport for Wales tickets can be bought on Transport for Wales's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Great Western Rail, CrossCountry and first_great_western to help you choose the right option for your journey from Swansea to Gloucester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Swansea to Gloucester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Gloucester
Trains from Swansea to Gloucester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 74 miles (120 km) distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 74 miles (120 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 03:38 |
Last train 23:18 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western from Swansea to Gloucester trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Gloucester from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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CrossCountry
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FAQs: Trains from Swansea to Gloucester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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 Swansea to Gloucester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
- 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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