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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Gloucester
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Gloucester will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bristol for Gloucester on Sun, Aug 02, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 02 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Sun, Aug 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
8:39 AM0h48Bristol9:27 AMGloucester€81One-way0 transfers- 9:39 AM0h48Bristol10:27 AMGloucester€131One-way0 transfers
8:53 AM1h04Bristol9:57 AMGloucester€151One-way0 transfers- 9:55 AM1h05Bristol11:00 AMGloucester€151One-way0 transfers
- 9:39 AM0h48Bristol10:27 AMGloucester€131One-way0 transfers
- 8:39 AM0h48Bristol9:27 AMGloucester€81One-way0 transfers
- 8:53 AM1h04Bristol9:57 AMGloucester€151One-way0 transfers
- 9:55 AM1h05Bristol11:00 AMGloucester€151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. 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 €4, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 52 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€13 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Gloucester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Gloucester trains for today, Saturday, August 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C48899 | Delayed 5:18 PM 4:08 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h48 | 6:04 PM 6:04 PMGloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00729 · G01121 | On time 6:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h53 | 7:26 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| C42466 | On time 6:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h51 | 7:29 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y41826 | 7:10 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h47 | 7:57 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C48623 | Delayed 7:04 PM 7:38 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h51 | 7:51 PM 7:51 PMGloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42467 | On time 8:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h50 | 8:59 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42718 | On time 8:37 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h51 | 9:28 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y41832 | On time 9:08 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h49 | 9:57 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y41834 | On time 10:18 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h52 | 11:10 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42278+ W43510 | On time 10:57 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h38 | 12:35 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 transfer | |
| 8:39 AM Bristol | 0h48 | 9:27 AM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:53 AM Bristol | 1h04 | 9:57 AM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:39 AM Bristol | 0h48 | 10:27 AM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:55 AM Bristol | 1h05 | 11:00 AM Gloucester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Gloucester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Gloucester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 35m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Gloucester from €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 Bristol to Gloucester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol to Gloucester
Most Bristol to Gloucester trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Gloucester station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Gloucester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Stapleton Road from Bristol city centre
Stapleton Road is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Stapleton Road train station facilities and services
Stapleton Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stapleton Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stapleton Road: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Stapleton Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stapleton Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station - step free access can be achieved to both platforms independent of the station however step free access does not exist between platforms. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Gloucester station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Gloucester from Gloucester city centre
Gloucester train station facilities and services
Gloucester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gloucester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gloucester. ATMs are available at Gloucester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gloucester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gloucester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gloucester: 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.
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