Trains tickets from Gloucester to Cardiff

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Today25 Apr
Tomorrow26 Apr
from US$16
Sun27 Apr
from US$14
Mon28 Apr
Tue29 Apr
Wed30 Apr
Thu1 May
Fri2 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Gloucester
    Departure location: Gloucester
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Central
    Operated by: Transport for WalesTransport for Wales
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Gloucester
    Departure location: Gloucester
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Central
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Gloucester
    Departure location: Gloucester
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Central
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Gloucester
    Departure location: Gloucester
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Central
    Operated by: Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Gloucester
    Departure location: Gloucester
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff Central
    Operated by: Transport for WalesTransport for Wales
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Gloucester to Cardiff: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$21
Average train trip duration1h 6m
Number of daily trains11
Earliest train departure06:57
Distance49 miles
Latest train departure17:56

Gloucester to Cardiff Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Gloucester - Cardiff

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Cardiff cost?

    The average train ticket price from Gloucester to Cardiff is US$21. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Gloucester to Cardiff is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Gloucester to Cardiff?

    A train trip between Gloucester and Cardiff is around 1h 6m, although the fastest train will take about 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 49 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Gloucester and Cardiff?

    The number of trains from Gloucester to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Gloucester to Cardiff by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
23/04
US$14
24/04
US$16
Today
US$16
26/04
US$16
27/04
US$14
28/04
US$12
29/04
US$12
30/04
US$12
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gloucester to Cardiff was searched and found on 28 Apr 2025 with a price of US$12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gloucester to Cardiff as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$12 to US$54 for a train ticket from Gloucester to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$12, which is on 2025-04-28.

Usually RDG_GWR will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Cardiff you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Gloucester and Cardiff compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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