The average train between Cardiff and Gloucester takes 1h 2m and the fastest train takes 55 min. There is an hourly train service from Cardiff to Gloucester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Gloucester. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 11:47 PM which arrives into Gloucester at 12:53 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Gloucester station. Services depart hourly, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.
Cardiff to Gloucester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Gloucester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Gloucester station.
Book your Cardiff to Gloucester train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Cardiff and Gloucester is 77.5 km. The road distance is 90 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Gloucester hourly. Tickets cost £29–45 and the journey takes 58 min. Two other operators also service this route.