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National Waterways Museum Gloucester
Museum inside a Victorian dock warehouse with boat displays, canal history and exhibits on Gloucester’s trading links and waterways.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£67
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£67
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
17 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
17 h 25 m
Buses on 18 Sept
1
Distance
587 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Aberdeen to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Gloucester will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £67.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 buses from Aberdeen to Gloucester, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 587 km distance in an average of 17 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £61 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £61, while a flight costs an average of £258.
Distance: 587 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£61 Average Price Cheapest | £252 Average Price | £258 Average Price | £123 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 16m Average total duration 13h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to Gloucester:
A coach is £191 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aberdeen to Gloucester costing on average £252.
A coach is £197 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aberdeen to Gloucester costing on average £258.
Other travel options to Gloucester take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 10m.
Coach takes on average 13h 46m.
Tickets start at around £61 compared to roughly £123 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £62. The journey takes 13h 46m versus 8h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Gloucester coaches for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:00 Aberdeen | 17h25 | 9:25 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Aberdeen to Gloucester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 20:10. The fastest coach covers the 587 km distance in 11h 5m.
Distance 587 km |
Average bus duration 13h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 5m |
First bus 5:00 |
Last bus 20:10 |
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Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals are manageable for most city-break budgets.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Gloucester Transport Hub -> Gloucester City Centre
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Most Aberdeen to Gloucester buses use the Aberdeen, Guild Street to Gloucester, Transport Hub station pair. Use this guide to compare Aberdeen and Gloucester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Aberdeen, Guild Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe and small eateries on site.
Wi-Fi is available at Aberdeen, Guild Street. ATMs are available at Aberdeen, Guild Street.
Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen, Guild Street.
Available at Aberdeen, Guild Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen, Guild Street: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Gloucester, Transport Hub has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available in main waiting area. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester, Transport Hub.
Available at Gloucester, Transport Hub: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gloucester, Transport Hub: Wheelchair accessible ramps available.
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