London to Gloucester train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Gloucester

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€18

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€63

Fastest journey on Sep 17

1 h 40 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

1 h 42 m

Trains on Sep 17

37

Distance

151 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Gloucester will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.

Fast trains

On Thu, Sep 17, we found 37 trains from London to Gloucester, including 16 direct services.

On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .

On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 43 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 RailwayG14953 · G15030
    7:57 AM2h19
    London Paddington (PAD)
    10:16 AMGloucester station (GCR)
    181One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayW34663 · W35059
    5:23 AM1h53
    London Paddington (PAD)
    7:16 AMGloucester station (GCR)
    271One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayW35060
    6:30 AM1h48
    London Paddington (PAD)
    8:18 AMGloucester station (GCR)
    271One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW35061
    7:31 AM1h44
    London Paddington (PAD)
    9:15 AMGloucester station (GCR)
    271One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayG14974 · Y80574
    10:30 PM1h59
    London Paddington (PAD)
    12:29 AMGloucester station (GCR)
    271One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London to Gloucester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, while a train costs an average of €39.

Distance: 151 km

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Train
Bus
Driving

€39

Average price

€7

Average price

Cheapest

€46

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 25m

Average total duration

2h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 35m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

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 London to Gloucester is a bus with an average price of €7.

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

A bus is €32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Gloucester costing on average €39.

The fastest way to travel from London to Gloucester is by train with an average journey time of 2h 48m.

Other travel options to Gloucester take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 55m.

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

Live departures

London to Gloucester train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Gloucester trains for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW35087
On time
9:31 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h44
11:15 PM Gloucester station (GCR)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG14974 · Y80574
On time
10:30 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h59
12:29 AM Gloucester station (GCR)
1 transfer
Thursday, September 17
Great Western RailwayW34663 · W350595:23 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1h53
7:16 AM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW350606:30 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1h48
8:18 AM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW35415 · G155266:48 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h11
8:59 AM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW35415 · G153836:48 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1h57
8:45 AM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW350617:31 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1h44
9:15 AM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG14934 · G155177:48 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h14
10:02 AM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG14953 · G150307:57 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h19
10:16 AM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG150308:32 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1h44
10:16 AM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG14936 · G155188:48 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h08
10:56 AM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW350659:32 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1h43
11:15 AM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG14938 · G152179:48 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h08
11:56 AM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW3506710:32 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1h44
12:16 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34618 · C4889610:48 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h09
12:57 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW3506911:32 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1h44
1:16 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW35417 · G1522011:48 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h10
1:58 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW3507112:32 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h43
2:15 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34624 · G1552212:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h09
2:57 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW350731:32 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h44
3:16 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW35418 · Y418091:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h11
3:59 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW350752:32 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h44
4:16 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34630 · G155252:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h08
4:56 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG150313:32 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h43
5:15 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34634 · G152243:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h10
5:58 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34634+CrossCountryG00894+Transport for WalesG396303:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h08
5:56 PM Gloucester station (GCR)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayG150324:33 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h42
6:15 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34637 · G155274:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h16
7:04 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34637+CrossCountryG66779 · G01161
On time
4:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h12
7:00 PM Gloucester station (GCR)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayG150335:32 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h45
7:17 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG14942 · Y418235:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h09
7:57 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW350826:34 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h41
8:15 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG14944 · G150346:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h11
8:59 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW350847:36 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h40
9:16 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34648 · Y805717:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h54
9:42 PM Gloucester station (GCR)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW350868:34 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h43
10:17 PM Gloucester station (GCR)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG14945+CrossCountryG66829+Great Western RailwayG154848:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h25
11:13 PM Gloucester station (GCR)2 transfers

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Why should you book London to Gloucester trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from London to Gloucester.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London 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 South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from London to Gloucester.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Gloucester.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

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

Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Gloucester

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Trains from London to Gloucester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:36, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 1h 41m.

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 €5
Distance
151 km
Average train duration
2h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
€18
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
1h 41m
First train
3:36 AM
Last train
10:33 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
21 days
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 €5

Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London and Gloucester from €5. 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
1h 41m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
€18
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

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
2h 50m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
€50
South Western Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
€100
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from London to Gloucester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Gloucester can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Gloucester is €39; 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 London to Gloucester is 1h 41m to travel the 151 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 London to Gloucester leaves at 3:36 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London to Gloucester leaves at 10:33 PM.
Yes,there are 3 direct trains a day from London to Gloucester with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from London to Gloucester, you can count on Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, 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 London and Gloucester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Gloucester from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 41m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London to Gloucester is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Gloucester including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London to Gloucester

Most London to Gloucester trains use the London Paddington to Gloucester station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Gloucester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Gloucester
London PaddingtonPraed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Paddington from London city centre

TrainElizabeth · 7m · €2 · every ~21 min
BusN118, N18 · 21m · €4 · every ~6 min
36 · 31m · €23 · every ~29 min
N205 · 32m · €4 · every ~2 min
46 · 1h 22m · €2 · every ~19 min
SubwayBakerloo · 12m · €4 · every ~65 min

London Paddington train station facilities and services

London Paddington 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: 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

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WDWifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 4, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 21m · €35 · every ~3 min
Elizabeth · 41m · €17 · every ~8 min
BusUkn14, Ukn02, Uk043, Uk042, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn49 · 50m · €2 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · €3 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · €3 · every ~1 min
N9 · 1h 11m · €2 · every ~4 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 47m · €21 · every ~27 min

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: 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.

Heathrow Terminal 5Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station, Terminal 5, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 2GAParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Heathrow Terminal 5 from London city centre

Heathrow Terminal 5 is 25 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 30m · €35
Elizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 30m · €35
BusUk061 · 1h 5m · €3 · every ~1 min
035, 025, 030, 032, A40 · 1h 10m · €5 · every ~12 min
025, 030, 032, 035, A40 · 1h 10m · €5 · every ~12 min
N9 · 1h 24m · €2 · every ~4 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 53m · €23 · every ~27 min

Heathrow Terminal 5 train station facilities and services

Heathrow Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminal 5.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminal 5: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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