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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Cardiff Central | Gloucester | ||||
 | Train | Cardiff Central | Gloucester | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Gloucester | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Gloucester | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Gloucester |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Cardiff to Gloucester
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 MAD 102, 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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cardiff to Gloucester?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Gloucester start from MAD 87. The average price for this train route is around MAD 215. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 79 km. The quickest train can get you there in 56m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Gloucester route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 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 23:47.
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?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers 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 05 Aug 2026 with a price of MAD 92To 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.
You can expect to pay from MAD 92 to MAD 540 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Gloucester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 97, which is on 2026-08-11.
