The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Gloucester
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£129
Fastest journey
3 h 52 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Carlisle to Gloucester you need to make at least one change.
3:005h23Carlisle8:23GloucesterFind prices3 changes
7:034h22Carlisle11:25GloucesterFind prices2 changes
8:084h17Carlisle12:25GloucesterFind prices2 changes
9:104h15Carlisle13:25GloucesterFind prices2 changes
10:074h18Carlisle14:25GloucesterFind prices2 changes
18:083h52Carlisle22:00Gloucester£2691One-way2 changes
18:083h52Carlisle22:00Gloucester£2271One-way1 change
14:554h04Carlisle18:59Gloucester£2691One-way2 changes
14:554h04Carlisle18:59Gloucester£2271One-way1 change
17:114h13Carlisle21:24GloucesterFind prices2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Carlisle to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £58. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £58, and a train costs an average of £73.
Distance: 340 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£73 Average Price | £58 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 9h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Carlisle to Gloucester train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Gloucester trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33256+ W29887+ C05871 | On time 12:08 Carlisle station (CAR) | 5h02 | 17:10 Gloucester station (GCR) | 2 changes | |
W33369+ W29894+ C48966 | On time 13:06 Carlisle station (CAR) | 5h04 | 18:10 Gloucester station (GCR) | 2 changes | |
W33219+ G01158+ G39614 | On time 14:06 Carlisle station (CAR) | 4h40 | 18:46 Gloucester station (GCR) | 2 changes | |
W33257+ W29907+ C48963 | On time 15:08 Carlisle station (CAR) | 5h01 | 20:09 Gloucester station (GCR) | 2 changes | |
| Monday 6 July | |||||
![]() | 3:00 Carlisle | 5h23 | 8:23 Gloucester | 3 changes | |
![]() | 7:03 Carlisle | 4h22 | 11:25 Gloucester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:03 Carlisle | 4h22 | 11:25 Gloucester | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Carlisle to Gloucester by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Caledonian Sleeper to find the best option for your trip from Carlisle to Gloucester.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Gloucester
Trains from Carlisle to Gloucester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £58 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 17:49. The fastest train covers the 340 km distance in 5h 26m.
Distance 340 km |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 26m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 17:49 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper from Carlisle to Gloucester trainsAvanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Carlisle and Gloucester from £58. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carlisle to Gloucester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Gloucester
Most Carlisle to Gloucester trains use the Carlisle to Gloucester station pair. Use this guide to compare Carlisle and Gloucester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Carlisle station do trains to Gloucester leave from?
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
Carlisle train station facilities and services
Carlisle has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carlisle.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carlisle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carlisle: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request, 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.
Which Gloucester station do trains from Carlisle arrive at?
Getting to Gloucester from Gloucester city centre
Gloucester train station facilities and services
Gloucester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gloucester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gloucester. ATMs are available at Gloucester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gloucester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gloucester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gloucester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms, 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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