The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Gloucester
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Gloucester will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 20 buses that leave London for Gloucester on Fri, Jan 30, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 30 the direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Fri, Jan 30 the slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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.
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NX444Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London 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 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 151 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €53 Average price |
4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Gloucester bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Gloucester buses for today, Thursday, January 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h05 | 8:05 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX401 | 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h55 | 8:55 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX445 | 6:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 9:10 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 11:55 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, January 30 | |||||
FlixBus | 6:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 9:25 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h50 | 2:20 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX445 | 3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 6:40 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Gloucester
Buses from London to Gloucester run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 151 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 151 km |
Average bus duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 2h 59m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from London to GloucesterYou can travel by bus between London to Gloucester with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Gloucester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Gloucester by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gloucester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Gloucester
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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