The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Cirencester
Cheapest price
€44
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Cirencester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Cirencester will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
Of the 5 trains that leave London for Cirencester on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London to Cirencester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Cirencester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. 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 €12, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 129 km
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Live departures
London to Cirencester train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Cirencester trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L23150 | On time 10:32 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h09 | 11:41 AM Kemble station (KEM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L23150 | On time 10:32 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h25 | 11:57 AM Stroud station (STD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L23151 | On time 11:32 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h09 | 12:41 PM Kemble station (KEM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L23151 | On time 11:32 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h25 | 12:57 PM Stroud station (STD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L23152 | On time 12:32 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h09 | 1:41 PM Kemble station (KEM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L23152 | On time 12:32 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h25 | 1:57 PM Stroud station (STD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L23153 | On time 1:32 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h10 | 2:42 PM Kemble station (KEM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L23153 | On time 1:32 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h25 | 2:57 PM Stroud station (STD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 7:59 AM London | 1h05 | 9:04 AM Cirencester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:07 AM London | 0h51 | 9:58 AM Cirencester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM London | 0h54 | 10:24 AM Cirencester | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Cirencester
Trains from London to Cirencester run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 49m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 23:33 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from London to Cirencester trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between London and Cirencester from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
Trains from London to Cirencester
There are over 25 services a day that run between London and Cirencester. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and the arrival station, but usually last around 50 minutes to one hour 30 minutes.
London to Cirencester train times: daily departures
There are dozens of trains from London to Cirencester that leave every day of the week, including Sundays. The first train of the day generally leaves early in the morning at around 5:30 a.m., with trains then leaving every 30 minutes or so throughout the day until the last train departs at approximately 11:30 p.m.
How long is the journey by train from London to Cirencester?
Journey times from London to Cirencester vary depending on the time of day and the arrival station, with trains to Stroud Station having the longest journey time. The quickest direct trip lasts around 55 minutes, while other direct services can take up to one hour 30 minutes. Most trains run directly but some have one change, with a journey time of around one hour 25 minutes.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Cirencester?
Departure train station: trains from London to Cirencester depart from Paddington Station, which is in central London. It is served by various underground lines and has toilets, WiFi, shops, restaurants, and a taxi rank.
Arrival train stations: Cirencester does not have its own train station. Instead, trains from London arrive at Swindon, Stroud, and Kemble, with Kemble being the closest station to Cirencester - around a 20-minute journey by bus. Swindon, Stroud and Kemble Station all have basic amenities including toilets and waiting rooms, and Swindon Station has shops and a cafe.
Which train companies travel from London to Cirencester?
All trains from London to Cirencester are provided by Great Western Railway, with services running directly and indirectly throughout the day and evening.
Great Western Railway: London to Cirencester
Great Western Railway offers multiple services on weekdays and at weekends. They provide trains all day from the early morning until late at night, with more services around 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Most of their services run directly with a journey time of around one hour, with a few late-night services with one stop that last around one hour 30 minutes.
London to Cirencester trains: services on board
Great Western Railways provide both first and second-class carriages. You can bring a maximum of three pieces of luggage, but they must be smaller than 30 x 70 x 90cm. Most of Great Western Railways' trains allow bikes to be brought on board, but it's important to reserve a space before you travel, and folding bikes can be brought as hand luggage as long as they do not exceed the maximum size dimensions. Pets are allowed to travel for free, as long as they are in a carrier or on a lead, with a maximum of two animals per person. If you are a wheelchair user you should book the passenger assist service alongside your ticket, and make sure you arrive at the station 30 minutes before your train leaves. Wheelchairs must not exceed 300kg in weight, including the passenger.
How to find cheap train tickets from London to Cirencester?
To get the cheapest tickets for trains from London to Cirencester, make sure you are flexible with your travel dates and times. You can also save money by choosing a train with one stop or a slightly longer journey time, and by booking your tickets well in advance.
FAQs: Trains from London to Cirencester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Cirencester 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 Cirencester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Cirencester
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
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