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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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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gloucester to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 1 hour 4 minutes and with fares starting at just THB 327, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gloucester to Cardiff 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 Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Gloucester to Cardiff start from THB 327. The average price for this train route is around THB 634. 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 Cardiff?
The average train journey time from Gloucester to Cardiff is 1h 4m, covering a distance of 79 km. The fastest train gets you there in 55m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Gloucester to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 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 Gloucester to Cardiff?
The earliest train from Gloucester to Cardiff departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 23:18.
Which is the best train operator from Gloucester to Cardiff?
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 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gloucester to Cardiff?
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 Gloucester to Cardiff?
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 Gloucester to Cardiff?
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 Gloucester to Cardiff was searched and found on 19 Apr 2026 with a price of THB 399To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gloucester to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from THB 399 to THB 1,160 for a train ticket from Gloucester to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at THB 399, which is on 2026-04-19.
Usually CrossCountry 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.
