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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Gloucester is to fly and train which costs £40 - £120 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Gloucester is to fly and train which takes 4h 29m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Gloucester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Gloucester. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Gloucester?

The distance between Edinburgh and Gloucester is 396 miles. The road distance is 335.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Gloucester without a car is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £70 - £480.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Gloucester takes 5h 55m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Gloucester train from?

Edinburgh to Gloucester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Gloucester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Gloucester?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Gloucester is 335 miles. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Edinburgh to Gloucester.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Gloucester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Gloucester?

There are 1473+ hotels available in Gloucester.

Edinburgh to Gloucester - 10 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Edinburgh to Gloucester by train, car, or plane

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 Edinburgh Waverley to GloucesterDundee - Plymouth / ...
5h 55m
£70–480
Train via Cheltenham Spa
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cheltenham SpaEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 4m
£40–246
Drive 333.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Gloucester333.4 mi
5h 44m
£82–118
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Gloucester
4h 29m
£44–118
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Gloucester
6h 47m
£46–221
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Gloucester
4h 40m
£48–142
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Gloucester
5h 7m
£52–173
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Gloucester
5h 23m
£55–202
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Gloucester
5h 55m
£114–376
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)EDI - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Gloucester
6h 26m
£88–296

Edinburgh to Gloucester by train

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Distance: 393.9 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Gloucester, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Gloucester twice daily. Tickets cost £70–480 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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