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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Cardiff Central | Gloucester | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Cardiff Central | Gloucester | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Cardiff Central | Gloucester | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Gloucester | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Gloucester | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Gloucester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gloucester. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Gloucester by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Cardiff to Gloucester?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Gloucester start from £9. The average price for this train route is around £11. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cardiff to Gloucester?
The average train journey time from Cardiff to Gloucester is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 49 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 56m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Gloucester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Gloucester?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Gloucester departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 23:18.
Which is the best train operator from Cardiff to Gloucester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cardiff to Gloucester?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cardiff to Gloucester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cardiff to Gloucester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Gloucester was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £10To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cardiff to Gloucester as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cardiff to Gloucester?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Cardiff and Gloucester is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £11 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £9. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Gloucester, choose the train, as it will take you from Cardiff to Gloucester in about 1h 5m – that's the fastest way to get there!
