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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Gloucester
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Gloucester will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cardiff 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 78 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 78 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Gloucester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Gloucester coaches for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX216 · NX100 | 22:15 Cardiff, University | 3h35 | 01:50 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 1 change | |
| Thursday 13 November | |||||
| FlixBus | 16:00 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 2h35 | 18:35 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX216 · NX100 | 18:15 Cardiff, University | 3h55 | 22:10 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Gloucester
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Buses from Cardiff to Gloucester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 02:45, the last at 23:34. The fastest coach covers the 78 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 78 km |
Average bus duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 02:45 |
Last bus 23:34 |
Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to GloucesterYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Gloucester with National Express for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Gloucester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cardiff, Millennium Stadium, which is located around 0.1 miles (236 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Gloucester, Transport Hub, located 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre.
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