The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bradford to Gloucester
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
11 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bradford to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Gloucester will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bradford for Gloucester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 217 km distance in an average of 11 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 55 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.
8:1011h55Bradford20:05Gloucester£231One-way0 changes
8:1011h55Bradford20:05Gloucester£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bradford to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 217 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price |
8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bradford to Gloucester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Gloucester coaches for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:10 Bradford | 11h55 | 20:05 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bradford to Gloucester by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bradford to Gloucester
Buses from Bradford to Gloucester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 217 km distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 217 km |
Average bus duration 7h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 1:50 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
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Bus providers: National Express from Bradford to GloucesterYou can travel by bus between Bradford to Gloucester with National Express for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bradford to Gloucester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Gloucester by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gloucester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bradford and Gloucester
Most Bradford to Gloucester buses use the Bradford, Interchange Station to Gloucester, Transport Hub station pair. Use this guide to compare Bradford and Gloucester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bradford, Interchange Station from Bradford city centre
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