4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Gloucester
Cheapest price
€52
Average price
€57
Fastest journey
5 h 43 m
Average duration
6 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Gloucester will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
Of the 2 trains that leave Brighton for Gloucester on Fri, Nov 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 21 the direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 43 m .
On Fri, Nov 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 42 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 Brighton to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 186 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€91 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brighton to Gloucester train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Gloucester trains for today, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Y29386+P08382 · P09897 | On time 6:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h43 | 10:56 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 2 transfers | |
 Y36833+ P06868+P08415 | On time 6:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h37 | 10:16 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 2 transfers | |
| Y29397+P08384 · P08964 | On time 7:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h47 | 11:56 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 2 transfers | |
| Y36841+P06782+P08417 | On time 7:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h37 | 12:16 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 2 transfers | |
| Y29405+P08386 · P09900 | On time 7:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 5h18 | 12:57 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 2 transfers | |
| Y36841+P06782+P08416 | On time 7:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 3h36 | 11:15 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Gloucester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Brighton to Gloucester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 21:45 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Thameslink from Brighton to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Rail, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Gloucester from €17. 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 Brighton to Gloucester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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 Brighton to Gloucester
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 19:10 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 2 and 3
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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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