The average train between Chester and Gloucester takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester 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 every 2 hours between Chester and Gloucester. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Gloucester at 6:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 1m • 2 changes


2h 53m • 2 changes


2h 53m • 2 changes


2h 53m • 2 changes


3h 1m • 2 changes


2h 53m • 2 changes


2h 53m • 2 changes


2h 53m • 2 changes


2h 58m • 2 changes


2h 53m • 2 changes


2h 53m • 2 changes


2h 53m • 2 changes


2h 58m • 2 changes


2h 53m • 2 changes


2h 51m • 2 changes


2h 52m • 2 changes


3h 1m • 2 changes


2h 53m • 2 changes


2h 53m • 2 changes


2h 53m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Chester to Gloucester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Chester to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Gloucester station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.
Chester to Gloucester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Gloucester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Gloucester station.
Book your Chester to Gloucester train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Chester and Gloucester is 153.7 km. The road distance is 201 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Gloucester via Stafford and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 1m.