How much does a bus ticket from Birmingham to Gloucester cost?

The bus ticket price from Birmingham to Gloucester starts at US$9. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Birmingham to Gloucester 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!

How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Gloucester?

The average travel time between Birmingham and Gloucester is around 1h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 73 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Birmingham and Gloucester?

The number of buses from Birmingham to Gloucester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Birmingham to Gloucester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Birmingham to Gloucester?

When taking the bus from Birmingham to Gloucester, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Birmingham to Gloucester?

Buses travelling between Birmingham and Gloucester leave from Coach Station or Bearwood and arrive at Gloucester Bus Station, Gloucester Quays Bus Station.

Bus Birmingham to Gloucester from US$6 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Gloucester on 30 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:00	Coach Station	1h 20m	20:20	Gloucester	Cheapest
19:15	Bearwood	1h 5m	20:20	Gloucester	Fastest
15:45	Coach Station	3h 15m	19:00	Gloucester	No tags
15:45	Coach Station	3h 15m	19:00	Gloucester	No tags
19:00	Coach Station	1h 20m	20:20	Gloucester	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Gloucester on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:00	Coach Station	1h 45m	06:45	Gloucester	Cheapest
19:15	Bearwood	1h 5m	20:20	Gloucester	Fastest
01:00	Coach Station	1h 45m	02:45	Gloucester	No tags
08:50	Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street	1h 35m	10:25	Gloucester (Transport Hub)	No tags
01:00	Coach Station	1h 45m	02:45	Gloucester	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Gloucester on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:50	Great Charles Street Queensway	1h 35m	10:25	Gloucester (Transport Hub)	Cheapest
19:15	Bearwood	1h 5m	20:20	Gloucester	Fastest
01:00	Coach Station	1h 45m	02:45	Gloucester	No tags
01:00	Coach Station	1h 45m	02:45	Gloucester	No tags
01:00	Coach Station	1h 45m	02:45	Gloucester	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 10:37 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Gloucester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Gloucester. The journey takes about 56 minutes and with fares starting at just US$13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

56mAverage duration

72 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$9 - US$28	Average duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$13 - US$52	Average duration56m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$7 - US$7	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Bus Birmingham to Gloucester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$23

Average bus trip duration1h 45m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure01:00

Distance70 km

Latest bus departure20:30

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 684 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29684 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at US$9

National Express Birmingham Gloucester recent customer reviews

Very good trip all in all couldn't have asked for a better journey

John W.

7 November 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511 115 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Birmingham to Gloucester Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Gloucester?

Stops in Birmingham

A - Coach Station

B - Bearwood

C - Birmingham Airport

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Stops in Gloucester

A - Gloucester Bus Station

B - Gloucester Quays Bus Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Birmingham - Gloucester

How much does a bus ticket from Birmingham to Gloucester cost?
The bus ticket price from Birmingham to Gloucester starts at US$9. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Birmingham to Gloucester 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!
How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Gloucester?
The average travel time between Birmingham and Gloucester is around 1h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 73 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Birmingham and Gloucester?
The number of buses from Birmingham to Gloucester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Birmingham to Gloucester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Birmingham to Gloucester?
When taking the bus from Birmingham to Gloucester, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Birmingham to Gloucester?
Buses travelling between Birmingham and Gloucester leave from Coach Station or Bearwood and arrive at Gloucester Bus Station, Gloucester Quays Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

28/10

US$21

29/10

US$21

Today

US$9

31/10

US$13

01/11

US$12

02/11

US$14

03/11

US$8

04/11

US$7

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Gloucester was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$7

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

You can expect to pay from US$7 to US$30 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Gloucester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$7, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually National Express 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Birmingham to Gloucester.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Birmingham to Gloucester, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Birmingham to Gloucester will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Birmingham to Gloucester.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Will you be returning to Birmingham by bus?

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