What is the best way to travel from Cardiff to Gloucester?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Trains for the journey to Gloucester from Cardiff. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Gloucester from Cardiff?
You can get to Gloucester with just £15 by taking a Bus from National Express, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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National Express3h 40m022:10CardiffCoach Station01:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express5h 45m015:10CardiffCoach Station20:55GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
Cheapest Buses today
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First Wessex of Bristol2h 19m005:36Bristol AirportBristol Airport07:55GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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First Wessex of Bristol1h 55m023:55Bristol AirportBristol Airport01:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
Cheapest Buses tomorrow
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National Express3h 25m004:30CardiffCoach Station07:55GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express3h 45m018:05CardiffCoach Station21:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express3h 40m022:10CardiffCoach Station01:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
Cheapest Buses Friday
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National Express3h 25m004:45CardiffCoach Station08:10GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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First Wessex of Bristol1h 58m006:12Bristol AirportBristol Airport08:10GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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First Wessex of Bristol2h 0m023:50Bristol AirportBristol Airport01:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express5h 50m010:40CardiffCoach Station16:30GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express5h 20m015:20CardiffCoach Station20:40GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 36m005:14CardiffCentral Station06:50GloucesterCentral Station0Economy
Cheapest Buses Saturday
Cheapest Trains Saturday
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National Express3h 45m018:05CardiffCoach Station21:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express3h 40m022:10CardiffCoach Station01:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express3h 25m004:45CardiffCoach Station08:10GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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First Wessex of Bristol2h 26m005:44Bristol AirportBristol Airport08:10GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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First Wessex of Bristol2h 19m023:31Bristol AirportBristol Airport01:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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First Wessex of Bristol2h 19m005:36Bristol AirportBristol Airport07:55GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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First Wessex of Bristol1h 55m023:55Bristol AirportBristol Airport01:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
Cheapest Buses Monday
What are the fastest trips from Cardiff to Gloucester?
You can get to Gloucester from Cardiff in just 1h 36m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR). This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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National Express3h 40m022:10CardiffCoach Station01:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express5h 45m015:10CardiffCoach Station20:55GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
Fastest Buses today
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First Wessex of Bristol1h 55m023:55Bristol AirportBristol Airport01:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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First Wessex of Bristol2h 19m005:36Bristol AirportBristol Airport07:55GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
Fastest Buses tomorrow
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National Express3h 25m004:30CardiffCoach Station07:55GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express3h 40m022:10CardiffCoach Station01:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express3h 45m018:05CardiffCoach Station21:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
Fastest Buses Friday
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Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 36m005:14CardiffCentral Station06:50GloucesterCentral Station0Economy
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First Wessex of Bristol1h 58m006:12Bristol AirportBristol Airport08:10GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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First Wessex of Bristol2h 0m023:50Bristol AirportBristol Airport01:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express3h 25m004:45CardiffCoach Station08:10GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express5h 20m015:20CardiffCoach Station20:40GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express5h 50m010:40CardiffCoach Station16:30GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
Fastest Trains Saturday
Fastest Buses Saturday
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First Wessex of Bristol2h 19m023:31Bristol AirportBristol Airport01:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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First Wessex of Bristol2h 26m005:44Bristol AirportBristol Airport08:10GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express3h 25m004:45CardiffCoach Station08:10GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express3h 40m022:10CardiffCoach Station01:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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National Express3h 45m018:05CardiffCoach Station21:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
Fastest Buses Sunday
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First Wessex of Bristol1h 55m023:55Bristol AirportBristol Airport01:50GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
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First Wessex of Bristol2h 19m005:36Bristol AirportBristol Airport07:55GloucesterTransport Hub0Economy
Fastest Buses Monday
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Bus from Cardiff to Gloucester
What are the most popular stations in Cardiff and Gloucester?
In Cardiff, you will usually depart from Kingsway Coach Stop, Central Station or University, while in Gloucester you will be arriving at Central Station, Longlevens or Transport Hub, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Gloucester from Cardiff? With 3 connections between 2 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cardiff and Gloucester, you can pay as low as £15 with a Bus from National Express.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Great Western Railway (GWR): you will get to Gloucester in just 1h 36m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cardiff and Gloucester are National Express, First Wessex of Bristol and Great Western Railway (GWR), but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Cardiff and Gloucester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Newlyn or to Gloucestershire Airport, and look at flights from Cardiff Airport, and landing at Gloucestershire Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Cardiff to Gloucester?
The most popular companies between Cardiff and Gloucester, are National Express, First Wessex of Bristol and Great Western Railway (GWR). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express and First Wessex of Bristol
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR)
All you need to know when you travel from Cardiff to Gloucester
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cardiff to Gloucester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Cardiff to Gloucester
How can I reach Gloucester from Cardiff?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Gloucester from Cardiff.
How far is Gloucester from Cardiff?
The distance between Cardiff and Gloucester is 77.6 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cardiff and Gloucester?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 13 kgs, and a flight 19 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cardiff to Gloucester?
You can get to Gloucester with just £15 by taking a Bus from National Express.
What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Gloucester?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Gloucester in just 1h 36m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).
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