Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Gloucester. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just A$9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting its cleanliness and tidy condition. The drivers are described as pleasant, helpful, and friendly. Travelers appreciated the punctuality of trips and found them to be smooth and relaxing. However, there was a mention of discomfort due to inadequate air conditioning on one occasion.
National Express London Gloucester recent customer reviews
x Smooth trip
x Station staff and Driver were all friendly
x Trip stuck to time!
5.0 out of 5 stars
Shalom W.
I have enjoyed the charging plugs ..
I haven't enjoyed that we were 1 hour delayed
Also the bad smell and lack of good airiation
2.0 out of 5 stars
Hajer A.
It left 45 minutes late and arrived 30 minutes late in Gloucester. When I asked the staff at Victoria why it was late leaving they blamed road works on the M4 coming into London. Surely as the road works have been there months this should have been accounted for in the planning.
Based on 12560 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at A$13
Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Gloucester by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from London to Gloucester?
The cheapest bus tickets from London to Gloucester start from A$9. The average price for this route is around A$22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from London to Gloucester?
The average bus travel time from London to Gloucester is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 154 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 45m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the London to Gloucester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Gloucester?
The earliest bus departs from London to Gloucester at 4:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Gloucester?
A bus trip from London to Gloucester generates an estimated 3.83565 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from London to Gloucester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29885 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Gloucester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from London to Gloucester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Gloucester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
04-29
A$34
04-30
A$14
Today
A$15
05-02
A$15
05-03
A$14
05-04
A$12
05-05
A$12
05-06
A$11
The cheapest trip from London to Gloucester was searched and found on May 6, 2026 with a price of A$11
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Gloucester, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from A$11 to A$59 for a bus ticket from London to Gloucester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at A$11 which is on 2026-05-06.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from London to Gloucester?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination