The average train between Holyhead and Gloucester takes 5h 35m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead 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 4 hours between Holyhead and Gloucester. The earliest departure is at 4:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 7:48 PM which arrives into Gloucester at 6:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Holyhead 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 Holyhead to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Gloucester station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.
Holyhead to Gloucester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Gloucester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Gloucester station.
Book your Holyhead to Gloucester train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and 2 other operators.
The distance between Holyhead and Gloucester is 227.8 km. The road distance is 336 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Gloucester via Crewe and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 55m.