Bristol to Gloucester train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Gloucester

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€11

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€14

Fastest journey on Sep 17

47 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

48 m

Trains on Sep 17

41

Distance

52 km

Cheap tickets

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 €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.

Fast trains

On Thu, Sep 17, we found 41 trains from Bristol to Gloucester, including 27 direct services.

On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .

On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 49 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.

  • Great Western RailwayY41828
    9:00 PM0h47
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    9:47 PMGloucester station (GCR)
    111One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayG15522
    2:09 PM0h48
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    2:57 PMGloucester station (GCR)
    121One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC48896
    12:08 PM0h49
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    12:57 PMGloucester station (GCR)
    121One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayG15525
    4:08 PM0h48
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    4:56 PMGloucester station (GCR)
    121One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayG15527
    6:10 PM0h54
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    7:04 PMGloucester station (GCR)
    121One-way
    0 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 an average ticket price of €6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, while a train costs an average of €12.

Distance: 52 km

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Most popular
Train
Bus
Driving

€12

Average price

€6

Average price

Cheapest

€21

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 29m

Average total duration

59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

52m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

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Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Gloucester is a bus with an average price of €6.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Gloucester:

A bus is €6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Gloucester costing on average €12.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Gloucester is by train with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Gloucester take longer:

Bus takes on average 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Gloucester including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Bristol to Gloucester train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Gloucester trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayG155268:08 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h51
8:59 AM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01062 · G010958:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h53
9:26 AM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG152148:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h51
9:29 AM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG155179:13 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h49
10:02 AM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG152159:39 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h50
10:29 AM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG1551810:07 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h49
10:56 AM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00869_G01067 · G0110110:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h53
11:26 AM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG1521610:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h52
11:30 AM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG1521711:08 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h48
11:56 AM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG1521811:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h51
12:29 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4889612:08 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h49
12:57 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01073 · G01107
On time
12:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h54
1:26 PM Gloucester station (GCR)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG1521912:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h52
1:30 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG152201:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h49
1:58 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01075 · G011091:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h56
2:26 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayY418001:39 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h50
2:29 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG155222:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h48
2:57 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01080 · G011132:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h53
3:26 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG152212:39 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h53
3:32 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY418093:08 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h51
3:59 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01082 · G01114
On time
3:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h56
4:26 PM Gloucester station (GCR)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG152223:39 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h51
4:30 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG155254:08 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h48
4:56 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01083 · G011184:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h54
5:27 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG152234:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h51
5:29 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00894+Transport for WalesG396305:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h56
5:56 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG152245:08 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h50
5:58 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00723 · G011195:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h54
6:27 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayY418195:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h52
6:30 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG66779 · G01161
On time
6:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h00
7:00 PM Gloucester station (GCR)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG155276:10 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h54
7:04 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00730 · G011226:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h52
7:24 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG152256:40 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h53
7:33 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY418237:08 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h49
7:57 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00735 · G01124
On time
7:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h50
8:23 PM Gloucester station (GCR)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayY418257:39 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h49
8:28 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG150348:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h50
8:59 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00928 · G01127
On time
8:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h51
9:24 PM Gloucester station (GCR)
1 transfer

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Great Western Railway as well as CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and more offer trains services from Bristol to Gloucester.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bristol to Gloucester.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Gloucester.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Gloucester.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Gloucester.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Gloucester

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Trains from Bristol to Gloucester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.

There are 6 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.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4
Distance
52 km
Average train duration
55m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
35m
First train
4:50 AM
Last train
11:18 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4

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.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
48m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
€8
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
35m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
€7
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transport for Wales Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
€21
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cross Country Duration
35m
Cheapest Cross Country Price
€45
Cross Country frequency
7 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
48m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
€38
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
18 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Gloucester can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol to Gloucester is €12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Bristol to Gloucester is 35m to travel the 52 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Bristol to Gloucester leaves at 4:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Bristol to Gloucester leaves at 11:18 PM.
Yes,there are 6 direct trains a day from Bristol to Gloucester with Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Bristol to Gloucester, you can count on Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) for the best way to get you to Gloucester. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bristol and Gloucester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Gloucester from Bristol is worth doing with a journey time of 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bristol to Gloucester is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Gloucester including taking a bus and train.

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.

Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Gloucester
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · €4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · €4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · €4 · every ~22 min

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.

MontpelierMontpelier station, Station Road, Montpelier, Bristol, City of, BS6 5EEParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre

Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus13 · 11m · €2 · every ~4 min
76, 75, 73 · 15m · €4 · every ~53 min

Montpelier train station facilities and services

Montpelier 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 Montpelier.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Montpelier: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

RedlandRedland station, South Road, Redland, Bristol, City of, BS6 6QPParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Redland from Bristol city centre

Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBristol Temple Meads - Severn Beach, Bristol Temple Meads - Avonmouth, Weston-super-Mare - Severn Beach, Weston-super-Mare - Avonmouth, Taunton - Severn Beach, Weston-super-Mare - Clifton Down · 11m · €2 · every ~4 min
Bus72 · 6m · €4 · every ~8 min
72 · 12m · €4 · every ~8 min

Redland train station facilities and services

Redland 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 Redland.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Redland: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Redland: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. 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: No.

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