The average train between Runcorn and Gloucester takes 2h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn 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 Runcorn and Gloucester. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 9:51 PM which arrives into Gloucester at 6:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Gloucester station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.
Runcorn to Gloucester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Gloucester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Gloucester station.
Book your Runcorn to Gloucester train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Runcorn and Gloucester is 167.4 km. The road distance is 203 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Gloucester via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 4m.