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Compare train and bus for Luton to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $59 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. 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 $59, while a train costs an average of $88.
Distance: 77 miles (125 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$59 Average price Cheapest | $88 Average price | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Luton to Gloucester
Compare the available ways to get from Luton to Gloucester, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Gloucester:
A bus is $30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Gloucester costing on average $88.
Other travel options to Gloucester take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 27m.
Tickets start at around $59 compared to roughly $33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$25. The journey takes 3h 57m versus 2h 27m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Luton to Gloucester
How to get from Luton to Gloucester by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Luton to Gloucester is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

2:00 PM 6h05 Luton 8:05 PM Gloucester $18 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest

2:00 PM 6h05 Luton 8:05 PM Gloucester $18 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest

1:15 PM 5h50 Luton 7:05 PM Gloucester $21 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options

5:50 PM 6h05 Luton 11:55 PM Gloucester $23 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Gloucester:
A bus is $30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Gloucester costing on average $88.
Other travel options to Gloucester take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 27m.
- Around 18 buses per day.
- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Luton and Gloucester as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Luton station (LUT) and arrive in Gloucester station (GCR).
- Buses mostly depart from Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station and arrive in Gloucester, Transport Hub.
- Travel with Great Western Railway to go to Gloucester by train.
- Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Gloucester by bus.
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