How much does a train ticket cost from Gloucester to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Gloucester to Manchester start from £34. The average price for this train route is around £98. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Gloucester to Manchester?

The average train journey time from Gloucester to Manchester is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 112 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 28m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Gloucester to Manchester route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gloucester to Manchester?

The earliest train from Gloucester to Manchester departs at 07:45. And the latest train departs at 18:49.

Train Gloucester to Manchester from £43

Next train departures

Next departures from Gloucester to Manchester on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:45	Gloucester	2h 44m	19:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	09:49	Gloucester	2h 40m	12:29	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:45	Gloucester	2h 44m	10:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	07:45	Gloucester	2h 44m	10:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	08:48	Gloucester	2h 41m	11:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 18:34 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Gloucester to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

112 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£14 - £39	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£34 - £220	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£14 - £18	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £34

CrossCountry Gloucester Manchester recent customer reviews

Very good thank u

Pauline H.

28 January 2025

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gloucester to Manchester 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 Gloucester to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Gloucester to Manchester start from £34. The average price for this train route is around £98. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gloucester to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Gloucester to Manchester is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 112 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 28m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Gloucester to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gloucester to Manchester?
The earliest train from Gloucester to Manchester departs at 07:45. And the latest train departs at 18:49.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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£54

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The cheapest trip from Gloucester to Manchester was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £54

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gloucester to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £54 to £213 for a train ticket from Gloucester to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £56, which is on 2025-12-15.