4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Cardiff
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Cardiff will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gloucester for Cardiff on Mon, Dec 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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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Compare train and bus for Gloucester to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 78 km
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1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gloucester to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Cardiff trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:49 AM Gloucester | 1h04 | 10:53 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 10:10 AM Gloucester | 0h55 | 11:05 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:40 AM Gloucester | 1h54 | 12:34 PM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:40 PM Gloucester | 2h00 | 8:40 PM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
| 4:49 AM Gloucester | 1h09 | 5:58 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:11 AM Gloucester | 1h24 | 8:35 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:53 AM Gloucester | 1h08 | 9:01 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:08 AM Gloucester | 1h29 | 9:37 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Cardiff
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Trains from Gloucester to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 58m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 23:47 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Gloucester to Cardiff trainsTransport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Gloucester and Cardiff 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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Trains from Gloucester to Cardiff
Taking trains from Gloucester to Cardiff is a quick and straightforward way of making the journey. There are at least two direct services an hour and an additional connecting route most hours of the day. The timetable is slightly reduced on Saturdays and Sundays. Direct routes take approximately one hour, while connecting services take up to 90 minutes. Departures are from Gloucester Railway Station with arrivals at Cardiff Central Station.
Which train companies travel from Gloucester to Cardiff?
Direct routes to Cardiff from Gloucester are operated by Arriva and CrossCountry, while a connecting service is provided by Great Western Railway. All three operators have modern rolling stock with comfortable carriages. On some trains, seats can be reserved. Standard on-board facilities include luggage space, toilets and WiFi, while some trains also have catering services.
How long is the train from Gloucester to Cardiff?
Direct trains from Gloucester to Cardiff take approximately one hour to complete the journey, and travelling time on connecting routes varies from one hour 15 minutes to 90 minutes. Where a connection is required, it is made at Filton Abbey Wood.
How many trains are there from Gloucester to Cardiff?
Trains from Gloucester to Cardiff depart frequently throughout the day from early morning until late at night on Mondays to Fridays. There are at least two direct services every hour and a further connecting train on most hours of the day. The service is slightly reduced on Saturdays and Sundays.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Gloucester to Cardiff?
Departure train station: Trains on routes from Gloucester to Cardiff start their journey at Gloucester Railway Station, a station that is noted for having the second-longest railway platform in the UK. It is located just a few minutes walk from the city centre and served by local buses. Among the facilities at Gloucester Station are car and bicycle parking, ATMs, toilets, waiting areas and a cafe.
Arrival train station: Trains to Cardiff from Gloucester arrive at Cardiff Central Station. This is located in the city centre and is a busy transport hub that is served by local, regional and intercity trains as well as local and long-distance buses. Facilities at the station include a taxi rank, car and bicycle parking, ATMs, waiting areas, WiFi, toilets, shops, cafes and fast food kiosks.
FAQs: Trains from Gloucester to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Gloucester, which is located around 0.6 miles (882 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Cardiff Central, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gloucester to Cardiff
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
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. The platform has level access from Bute Street and Lloyd George Avenue.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop outside the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop close to the station entrance on Bute Street
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Travelodge
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Travelodge
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
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