The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Birmingham
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Birmingham will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 17 trains that leave Gloucester for Birmingham on Fri, Jul 24, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest trains will take 56 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.
G669877:14 AM0h41Cheltenham Spa (CNM)7:55 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€171One-way0 transfers
G008417:18 AM0h58Cheltenham Spa (CNM)8:16 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€221One-way0 transfers
G667167:40 AM0h39Cheltenham Spa (CNM)8:19 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€221One-way0 transfers
G009388:49 AM0h56Gloucester station (GCR)9:45 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€271One-way0 transfers
G008447:55 AM0h50Cheltenham Spa (CNM)8:45 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€271One-way0 transfers
G667167:40 AM0h39Cheltenham Spa (CNM)8:19 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€221One-way0 transfers
G669877:14 AM0h41Cheltenham Spa (CNM)7:55 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€171One-way0 transfers
G008447:55 AM0h50Cheltenham Spa (CNM)8:45 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€271One-way0 transfers
G009388:49 AM0h56Gloucester station (GCR)9:45 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€271One-way0 transfers
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G667218:24 AM0h56Gloucester station (GCR)9:20 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€441One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gloucester to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Birmingham 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 1h 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 €4, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 72 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€18 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gloucester to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Birmingham trains for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y80547+ Y81130 | On time 6:04 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h42 | 7:46 AM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 1 transfer | |
G00841 | On time 7:09 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h07 | 8:16 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35059+ G66716 | On time 7:25 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h54 | 8:19 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
G00844 | On time 7:45 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h00 | 8:45 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35060+ G66721 | On time 8:24 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h56 | 9:20 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
G00938 | On time 8:49 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h56 | 9:45 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15383+ G01062 | On time 8:55 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h59 | 9:54 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
W35061+ G00854 | On time 9:22 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h02 | 10:24 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
G66712 | On time 9:49 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h56 | 10:45 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15030+ G66730 | On time 10:22 AM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h57 | 11:19 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
W35067+ G00865 | On time 12:22 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h57 | 1:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
G00900 | On time 12:45 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h00 | 1:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35069+ G00872 | On time 1:22 PM Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h57 | 2:19 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Birmingham
Trains from Gloucester to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 53m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 10:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Gloucester to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Gloucester and Birmingham 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 Gloucester to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gloucester to Birmingham
Most Gloucester to Birmingham trains use the Gloucester to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gloucester station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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