Barking to Gloucester train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barking to Gloucester

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£47

Average price

£47

Fastest journey

3 h 14 m

Average duration

3 h 31 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

165 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barking to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Barking to Gloucester will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Barking for Gloucester every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 165 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 45 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.

Great Western Rail
07:573h44
Barking
11:41Gloucester
£471One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
06:153h45
Barking
10:00Gloucester
£471One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
05:293h38
Barking
09:07Gloucester
£471One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
06:453h15
Barking
10:00Gloucester
£481One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
07:583h14
Barking
11:12Gloucester
£481One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Barking to Gloucester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barking to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, and a coach costs an average of £94.

Distance: 165 km

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Coach

£52

Average Price

Cheapest

£94

Average Price

3h 9m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 39m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 32m

Average total duration

5h 2m

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30m

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Live departures

Barking to Gloucester train times

The table below shows live departures for Barking to Gloucester trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 07:32
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western09:30 Barking
2h46
12:16 Gloucester0 changesdirect
great_western11:12 Barking
3h04
14:16 Gloucester0 changesdirect
Sunday 21 December
great_western05:29 Barking
3h38
09:07 Gloucester0 changesdirect
great_western06:15 Barking
3h45
10:00 Gloucester0 changesdirect
great_western06:45 Barking
3h15
10:00 Gloucester0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Barking to Gloucester

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Trains from Barking to Gloucester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 3h 3m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
165 km
Average train duration
2h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
£25
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 3m
First train
04:10
Last train
21:19
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Barking to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Barking and Gloucester from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
£25
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Barking to Gloucester train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barking to Gloucester by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gloucester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
To fully explore Gloucester, including its historic sites such as Gloucester Cathedral, the docks, and nearby attractions like the Cotswolds, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.
A day trip from Barking to Gloucester is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 3m one way. However, there are 4 trains available per day.
The train distance from Barking to Gloucester is 165 km.
The train journey from Barking to Gloucester offers a mix of urban and countryside views, transitioning from the bustling cityscape of London to the serene landscapes of the Cotswolds, making parts of the route quite scenic.
The train journey from Barking to Gloucester covers a distance of 165 km and takes approximately 3h 3m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Barking to Gloucester leaves at 4:10.
The last train from Barking to Gloucester departs at 21:19.
Booking trains from Barking to Gloucester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Barking to Gloucester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Trains from Barking to Gloucester run approximately 4 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Barking to Gloucester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £52.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Barking to Gloucester.
The cheapest way to get from Barking to Gloucester is by train, costing approximately £25.
There is no night train service from Barking to Gloucester.
The train station in Barking that goes to Gloucester is Barking station (BKG), and it arrives at Gloucester station (GCR).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Barking to Gloucester.
Yes, you can take the train from Barking to Gloucester.

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Important Stations and Airports in Barking and Gloucester

Barking
Gloucester
The major train station for departures in Barking is Barking. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barking for your trip from Barking to Gloucester.
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ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 23:00 Saturday 05:15 - 23:00 Sunday 06:45 - 10:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WH Smith, Jewellers, Florist and Dry Cleaners.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Vicarage Field Shopping Centre
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Outside entrance on Station Parade
  • Accessible taxis: Yes
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Lift from Platform Level to Concourse Level on Platform 1. Please use the help point to call for staff assistance to/from street level. Use subways between other platforms to reach Platform 1.
  • Accessible taxis: Yes
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Footbridge. The National key toilets are located on the Station Footbridge; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: On station footbridge. This can be accessed using a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Outside main entrance on Station Parade
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Barking
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: London Overground Rail Replacement buses: Eastbound towards Barking (terminating) at bus stop H in Station Parade. Westbound towards Walthamstow Central use bus stop K in Station Parade. c2c Rail Replacement buses outside the front of the station near KFC.
  • Metro: District Line - Platforms 2 & 6 Hammersmith & City Line - Platforms 3/6 London Overground - Platforms 1/7 & 8 Please check departure screens prior to making your way to the platform
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Amenities at train station
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km

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