How to travel from London to Cirencester

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Compare bus and train for London to Cirencester

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Cirencester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, while a train costs an average of $60.

Distance: 80 miles (129 km)

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$25

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$60

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$50

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2h 56m

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2h 26m

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1h 48m

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1h 18m

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2h 4m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Great Western Railway

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Compare ways to travel from London to Cirencester

Compare the available ways to get from London to Cirencester, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Cirencester is a bus with an average price of $25 (€21).

This is compared to other travel options from London to Cirencester:

A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Cirencester costing on average $60 (€50).

The fastest way to travel from London to Cirencester is by train with an average journey time of 1h 48m.

Other travel options to Cirencester take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Cirencester including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from London to Cirencester among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $25 (€21) compared to roughly $50 (€42) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26 (€22). The journey takes 2h 26m versus 2h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from London to Cirencester

How to get from London to Cirencester by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from London to Cirencester is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National ExpressNX444
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  • National ExpressNX444
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Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayG15032
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Other options

  • Great Western RailwayW35069
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  • Great Western RailwayW35073
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  • Great Western RailwayW35071
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  • National ExpressNX444
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  • National ExpressNX444
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  • National ExpressNX444
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FAQs: Travel from London to Cirencester

Travel to Cirencester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Cirencester.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between London and Cirencester including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Cirencester is a bus with an average price of $25 (€21).

This is compared to other travel options from London to Cirencester:

A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Cirencester costing on average $60 (€50).

The fastest way to travel from London to Cirencester is by train with an average journey time of 1h 48m.

Other travel options to Cirencester take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 56m.

The distance from London to Cirencester is approximately 80 miles (129 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Cirencester is:
  • Around 14 trains per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Cirencester as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Cirencester:
  • Trains mostly depart from London Paddington (PAD) and arrive in Kemble station (KEM).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Cirencester, London Road.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Cirencester, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Cirencester by bus.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway to go to Cirencester by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Cirencester with the following travel companies:
  • 8 direct buses per day with National Express.
  • 11 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway.
Omio customers who travel from London to Cirencester often also extend their vacation to go to Cheltenham, Longford, Gloucester, Swindon, Oxford. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cirencester and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cirencester to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Spending two to three days in Cirencester allows you to explore its historic sites, enjoy the local markets, and visit nearby attractions such as the Cotswolds.

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