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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Gloucester
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Gloucester will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 6 trains that leave Swindon for Gloucester on Sat, Jun 20, 3 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 47 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.
W350742:30 PM0h46Swindon station (SWI)3:16 PMGloucester station (GCR)$181One-way0 transfers- W3507012:30 PM0h46Swindon station (SWI)1:16 PMGloucester station (GCR)$181One-way0 transfers
- W350721:30 PM0h46Swindon station (SWI)2:16 PMGloucester station (GCR)$181One-way0 transfers
- C42176 · Y418132:40 PM1h17Swindon station (SWI)3:57 PMGloucester station (GCR)$341One-way1 transfer
- W34621 · Y4179812:40 PM1h16Swindon station (SWI)1:56 PMGloucester station (GCR)$341One-way1 transfer
- W350742:30 PM0h46Swindon station (SWI)3:16 PMGloucester station (GCR)$181One-way0 transfers
- W3507012:30 PM0h46Swindon station (SWI)1:16 PMGloucester station (GCR)$181One-way0 transfers
- W350721:30 PM0h46Swindon station (SWI)2:16 PMGloucester station (GCR)$181One-way0 transfers
- W34621 · Y4179812:40 PM1h16Swindon station (SWI)1:56 PMGloucester station (GCR)$341One-way1 transfer
- C42176 · Y418132:40 PM1h17Swindon station (SWI)3:57 PMGloucester station (GCR)$341One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Swindon to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Swindon to Gloucester:
A bus is $4 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon to Gloucester costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to Gloucester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 14m.
Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-3.72 (€-3.05). The journey takes 1h 0m versus 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
Swindon to Gloucester train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Gloucester trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W35059 | On time 6:32 AM Swindon station (SWI) | 0h44 | 7:16 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35060 | On time 7:30 AM Swindon station (SWI) | 0h48 | 8:18 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15383 | On time 7:54 AM Swindon station (SWI) | 0h51 | 8:45 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35061 | On time 8:30 AM Swindon station (SWI) | 0h45 | 9:15 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14934 · G15517 | On time 8:40 AM Swindon station (SWI) | 1h22 | 10:02 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| G15030 | On time 9:30 AM Swindon station (SWI) | 0h46 | 10:16 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14936 · G15518 | On time 9:40 AM Swindon station (SWI) | 1h16 | 10:56 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| W35065 | On time 10:30 AM Swindon station (SWI) | 0h45 | 11:15 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14938 · G15217 | On time 10:42 AM Swindon station (SWI) | 1h14 | 11:56 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| W35067 | On time 11:30 AM Swindon station (SWI) | 0h46 | 12:16 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34618 · C48896 | On time 11:40 AM Swindon station (SWI) | 1h17 | 12:57 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Gloucester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swindon to Gloucester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 44m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon and Gloucester from $5 (€4). 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 Swindon to Gloucester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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 Swindon to Gloucester
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 all platforms via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost 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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