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Next departures from Cardiff to Gloucester on 18 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	15:45	Cardiff Central	58m	16:43	Gloucester
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	16:10	Cardiff Central	1h 8m	17:18	Gloucester
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	16:45	Cardiff Central	1h	17:45	Gloucester
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	17:10	Cardiff Central	1h 7m	18:17	Gloucester
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	17:45	Cardiff Central	58m	18:43	Gloucester

Compare 2 ways to travel from Cardiff to Gloucester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Gloucester. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just €11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 35mAverage duration

78 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€11 - €42	Average duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€11 - €35	Average duration1h 4m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.2/548 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.0

Wi‑Fi3.6

Transport for Wales

3.5/58 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi5.0

Great Western Railway

3.9/545 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi4.1

GB train companies: FlixTrain, RegioJet, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

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 €11. The average price for this train route is around €21. 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 4m, covering a distance of 79 km. The fastest train gets you there in 58m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Gloucester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, 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 23:34.
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 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 48 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.