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Next departures for Gloucester to Birmingham on July 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	7:45am	Gloucester	1h	8:45am	Birmingham New Street
Train	8:48am	Gloucester	57m	9:45am	Birmingham New Street
Train	3:49pm	Gloucester	56m	4:45pm	Birmingham New Street
Train	4:45pm	Gloucester	1h	5:45pm	Birmingham New Street
Train	5:49pm	Gloucester	56m	6:45pm	Birmingham New Street

Compare 2 ways to go from Gloucester to Birmingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 56 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

56mAverage Duration

45 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 30 - PEN 90	Average Duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 32 - PEN 179	Average Duration56m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.3/547 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.0

Wifi3.5

Based on 47 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 32

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gloucester to Birmingham by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Gloucester to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Gloucester to Birmingham start from PEN 32. The average price for this train route is around PEN 95. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gloucester to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Gloucester to Birmingham is 56m, covering a distance of 45 miles (72 km). The quickest train can get you there in 47m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Gloucester to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Gloucester to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Gloucester to Birmingham at 7:06am. And the latest train departs at 9:43pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

07/23

PEN 91

07/24

PEN 91

Today

PEN 82

07/26

PEN 156

07/27

PEN 72

07/28

PEN 72

07/29

No data

07/30

No data

The cheapest trip from Gloucester to Birmingham was searched and found on Jul 27, 2026 with a price of PEN 72

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

You can expect to pay from PEN 72 to PEN 170 for a train ticket from Gloucester to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 72 which is on 2026-07-27.