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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Cardiff is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Cardiff is to train which takes 58 min and costs £7 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gloucester and arriving at Cardiff North Road. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gloucester and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Gloucester to Cardiff?

The distance between Gloucester and Cardiff is 56 miles. The road distance is 60.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £7 - £35.

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

The train from Gloucester to Cardiff Central takes 58 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Gloucester to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Cardiff is to train which takes 58 min and costs £7 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £26 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Gloucester to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gloucester to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gloucester to Cardiff?

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

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

Book your Gloucester to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
58 min
£7–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester to Cardiff North RoadUk077
2h 45m
£3–26
Drive 60.5 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Cardiff60.5 mi
1h 13m
£15–22

Gloucester to Cardiff by train

218Weekly Trains

58 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 55.9 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Gloucester to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £9–35 and the journey takes 58 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Gloucester to Cardiff North Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £3–13 and the journey takes 2h 45m. National Express also services this route twice a week.

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