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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cheltenham to Gloucester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gloucester. The journey takes about 17 minutes and with fares starting at just R 80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham to Gloucester?
The cheapest train tickets from Cheltenham to Gloucester start from R 164. The average price for this train route is around R 171. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cheltenham to Gloucester?
The average train journey time from Cheltenham to Gloucester is 10m, covering a distance of 11 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Cheltenham to Gloucester route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cheltenham to Gloucester?
The earliest train from Cheltenham to Gloucester departs at 07:19. And the latest train departs at 17:19.
Which is the best train operator from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham to Gloucester was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 153To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cheltenham to Gloucester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 153 to R 341 for a train ticket from Cheltenham to Gloucester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 153, which is on 2025-12-13.
Usually Great Western Railway 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.
