4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Gloucester
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Gloucester will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
To travel from Chester to Gloucester you need to make at least one change.
W34089 · W34271+
G011018:322h54Chester station (CTR)11:26Gloucester station (GCR)£761One-way2 changes
G38556+G011079:244h02Chester station (CTR)13:26Gloucester station (GCR)£761One-way1 change- G38690+W33888+G01144+G396048:582h52Chester station (CTR)11:50Gloucester station (GCR)£761One-way3 changes
- W34249+G01009 · W29862+
W352299:322h40Chester station (CTR)12:12Gloucester station (GCR)£1211One-way3 changes - W34089+G01005 · G01140+W352278:322h40Chester station (CTR)11:12Gloucester station (GCR)£1211One-way3 changes
- W34249+G01009 · W29862+W352299:322h40Chester station (CTR)12:12Gloucester station (GCR)£1211One-way3 changes
- W34089+G01005 · G01140+W352278:322h40Chester station (CTR)11:12Gloucester station (GCR)£1211One-way3 changes
- G38690+W33888+G01144+G396048:582h52Chester station (CTR)11:50Gloucester station (GCR)£761One-way3 changes
- W34089 · W34271+G011018:322h54Chester station (CTR)11:26Gloucester station (GCR)£761One-way2 changes
- G38556+G011079:244h02Chester station (CTR)13:26Gloucester station (GCR)£761One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chester to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 154 km
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£69 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chester to Gloucester train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Gloucester trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:32 Chester | 2h53 | 12:25 Gloucester | 2 changes | |
| 10:32 Chester | 2h53 | 13:25 Gloucester | 2 changes | |
| 11:32 Chester | 2h53 | 14:25 Gloucester | 2 changes | |
| 12:32 Chester | 2h53 | 15:25 Gloucester | 2 changes | |
| 13:32 Chester | 2h54 | 16:26 Gloucester | 2 changes | |
| 14:32 Chester | 2h55 | 17:27 Gloucester | 2 changes | |
| 15:32 Chester | 2h55 | 18:27 Gloucester | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 16 July | |||||
| W34089 · W34271+G01101 | 8:32 Chester station (CTR) | 2h54 | 11:26 Gloucester station (GCR) | 2 changes | |
| W34089+G01005 · G01140+W35227 | 8:32 Chester station (CTR) | 2h40 | 11:12 Gloucester station (GCR) | 3 changes | |
| W33888+G01144+G39604 · G38690 | 8:58 Chester station (CTR) | 2h52 | 11:50 Gloucester station (GCR) | 3 changes | |
| G38556+G01107 | 9:24 Chester station (CTR) | 4h02 | 13:26 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 change | |
| W34249+G01009 · W29862+W35229 | 9:32 Chester station (CTR) | 2h40 | 12:12 Gloucester station (GCR) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Gloucester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chester to Gloucester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 154 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 154 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 5:26 |
Last train 21:42 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Chester to Gloucester trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Chester and Gloucester from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chester to Gloucester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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 Chester and Gloucester
Most Chester to Gloucester trains use the Chester to Gloucester station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester and Gloucester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Gloucester leave from?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, 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 Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, 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 Chester 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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