Train from Edinburgh to Gloucester: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Gloucester on December 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Waverley
GloucesterCheapestFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Waverley
GloucesterNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:52 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Gloucester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Gloucester. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7h 30mAverage Duration
285 milesDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$42 - $159Average Duration14h 50m
11kg CO₂e
Average Price$66 - $362Average Duration5h 53m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$59 - $59Average Duration7h 30m
19kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Gloucester by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Gloucester?

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Gloucester start from $66. The average price for this train route is around $95. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Gloucester?

    The average train ride duration from Edinburgh to Gloucester is 5h 53m, covering a distance of 285 miles (459 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 52m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators service the Edinburgh to Gloucester route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Edinburgh to Gloucester?

    The earliest train departs from Edinburgh to Gloucester at 3:05pm. And the latest train departs at 4:08pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$299
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$80
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$70
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Gloucester was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $70

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

You can expect to pay from $70 to $672 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Gloucester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2025-12-18.

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