What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Gloucester?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Gloucester is to train which costs £8 - £28 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Gloucester?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Gloucester is to train which takes 59 min and costs £8 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Gloucester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Gloucester. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Gloucester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Gloucester. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Gloucester?

The distance between Cardiff and Gloucester is 56 miles. The road distance is 61 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Gloucester without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gloucester without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs £8 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Gloucester?

The train from Cardiff Central to Gloucester takes 59 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gloucester bus from?

Cardiff to Gloucester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gloucester train from?

Cardiff to Gloucester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Gloucester?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gloucester is to train which takes 59 min and costs £8 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £26 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Cardiff to Gloucester bus arrive?

Cardiff to Gloucester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gloucester station.

Where does the Cardiff to Gloucester train arrive?

Cardiff to Gloucester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Gloucester station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Gloucester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Gloucester is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Cardiff to Gloucester.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Gloucester?

Book your Cardiff to Gloucester train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Gloucester?

Book your Cardiff to Gloucester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gloucester?

There are 1454+ hotels available in Gloucester.

Cardiff to Gloucester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Gloucester by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to GloucesterCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
59 min
£8–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to GloucesterUk077
2h 35m
£5–26
Drive 60.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Gloucester60.6 mi
1h 13m
£16–22

Cardiff to Gloucester by train

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59 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 55.9 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Gloucester, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Gloucester hourly. Tickets cost £8–28 and the journey takes 59 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Gloucester every 2 hours. Tickets cost £5–13 and the journey takes 2h 35m. National Express also services this route 4 times a week.

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