- Must visit
Museum in the Park
Stroud’s main museum explores local history, textiles and social life. Its galleries give a strong introduction to the town and surrounding valleys.
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Bridgwater to Stroud train times
The table below shows live departures for Bridgwater to Stroud trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:21 Bridgwater | 2h36 | 7:57 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 6:21 Bridgwater | 2h36 | 8:57 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 7:05 Bridgwater | 2h29 | 9:34 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 7:34 Bridgwater | 2h23 | 9:57 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 8:30 Bridgwater | 2h26 | 10:56 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 9:29 Bridgwater | 2h28 | 11:57 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 10:29 Bridgwater | 2h28 | 12:57 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 11:20 Bridgwater | 2h37 | 13:57 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 12:29 Bridgwater | 2h28 | 14:57 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 13:29 Bridgwater | 2h28 | 15:57 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 14:29 Bridgwater | 2h28 | 16:57 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 15:29 Bridgwater | 2h28 | 17:57 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 16:28 Bridgwater | 2h29 | 18:57 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 17:21 Bridgwater | 2h36 | 19:57 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 18:21 Bridgwater | 2h37 | 20:58 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 19:02 Bridgwater | 3h52 | 22:54 Stroud | 3 changes | |
| 19:37 Bridgwater | 1h57 | 21:34 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 20:28 Bridgwater | 9h57 | 6:25 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 21:41 Bridgwater | 2h28 | 0:09 Stroud | 2 changes | |
| 23:20 Bridgwater | 7h39 | 6:59 Stroud | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bridgwater to Stroud
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bridgwater to Stroud run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 89 km distance in 1h 57m.
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 89 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £82 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 5:27 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
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 Railway (GWR) from Bridgwater to Stroud trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bridgwater and Stroud from £82. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Price
£82
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Stroud
Things to do in Stroud
Discover the best of Stroud — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stroud trip today.
- Recommended
The Sub Rooms Gallery
A respected gallery showing modern and contemporary art in a former chapel. It is known for thoughtful exhibitions and a calm setting in Stroud town centre.
Site Gallery
An artist-led contemporary art space with changing exhibitions and events. It is a good choice for visitors seeking Stroud’s current creative scene.
- Must visit
Stratford Park
A large park with formal gardens, woodland and a museum. It is one of the best places in Stroud for a relaxed walk and broad valley views.
- Recommended
Rodborough Common
A wooded common with open grassland above Stroud. It is popular for walking, picnics and wide views across the Five Valleys.
- Recommended
Minchinhampton Common
A broad common beside Rodborough with excellent views and easy walking routes. It is a favourite local spot for sunsets and open scenery.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Single Gloucester Blue
A soft, crumbly blue cow’s milk cheese from nearby Woodchester Valley, long associated with the Stroud area and valued for its rich, creamy flavour.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Single Gloucester Cheese
A traditional Gloucestershire cow’s milk cheese with a mellow, buttery taste, historically made on local farms and central to the county’s food heritage.
Lardy Cake
A rich fruit cake from Gloucestershire made with dried fruit, spice and suet, traditionally baked for harvest celebrations and local gatherings.
Stroud Brewery
Independent brewery taproom and kitchen focused on organic beer, pizzas and casual meals with an easy-going local feel.
Sorrento Restaurant and Pizzeria
Stylish modern restaurant in Stroud known for seasonal British cooking, small plates and a relaxed but polished atmosphere.
The Ship Inn
Popular canalside pub serving hearty British dishes, local drinks and Sunday roasts in a relaxed historic setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Stroud is moderate for UK market towns: pubs and cafés are reasonable, but hotels can be pricey in peak periods. Local buses and trains are manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for a casual meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is appreciated if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is optional, often just small change.
FAQs: Bridgwater to Stroud train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgwater to Stroud 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 Stroud, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Bridgwater to Stroud can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £82, while the average price tends to be around £101.
The train journey from Bridgwater to Stroud covers a distance of 89 km and takes approximately 1h 57m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Bridgwater to Stroud is 89 km.
The first train from Bridgwater to Stroud leaves at 5:27.
The last train from Bridgwater to Stroud departs at 22:00.
Trains from Bridgwater to Stroud run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bridgwater to Stroud.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bridgwater to Stroud.
To travel from Bridgwater to Stroud, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Bridgwater to Stroud.
The train station in Bridgwater that goes to Stroud is Bridgwater station (BWT), and it arrives at Stroud station (STD).
The cheapest way to get from Bridgwater to Stroud is by train, costing approximately £82.
Booking trains from Bridgwater to Stroud in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Bridgwater to Stroud offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Somerset Levels and the rolling hills of the Cotswolds.
A day trip from Bridgwater to Stroud is not feasible as the travel duration is 1h 57m. However, there are 4 trips available per day for trains, and the distance covered is 89 km.
A visit to Stroud typically requires about 2 to 3 days to explore its charming market town atmosphere, enjoy the surrounding Cotswolds countryside, and visit local attractions like the Stroud Farmers' Market and the Museum in the Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Bridgwater to Stroud.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bridgwater and Stroud
Most Bridgwater to Stroud trains use the Bridgwater to Stroud station pair. Use this guide to compare Bridgwater and Stroud train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bridgwater
Arrival train stations in Stroud
Which Bridgwater station do trains to Stroud leave from?
Trains from Bridgwater to Stroud leave from Bridgwater. The station is 1 km from Bridgwater city centre at Bridgwater station, St Johns Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HB.
BridgwaterBridgwater station, St Johns Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HB+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Bridgwater from Bridgwater city centre
Bus375 · 14m · £4 · every ~3 min
Bridgwater train station facilities and services
Bridgwater has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bridgwater.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bridgwater.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bridgwater: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bridgwater: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgwater: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”Platform 1 (Taunton bound) has step free access. Platform 2 (Bristol bound) has step free access, however, due to severe incline from train to platform, ramp assistance onto the train is not available. If you need assistance travelling from this platform, please speak to our Passenger Assist team on 0800 197 1329. Access between platforms are via local roads as Platform 2 can only be accessed via a footbridge on station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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.
Which Stroud station do trains from Bridgwater arrive at?
Trains from Bridgwater to Stroud arrive at Stroud. Stroud is 1 km from Stroud city centre.
StroudStroud station, Station Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 3AP
City-centre transport
Getting to Stroud from Stroud city centre
Stroud is 1 km from Stroud city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus8 · 10m · every ~2 min
Stroud train station facilities and services
Stroud has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stroud.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stroud.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stroud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stroud: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stroud: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access to each platform via drop off points however step free access between the ticket office and Platform 2 can only be achieved via a stepbridge on the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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