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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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chippenham to Stroud among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £47, while a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 33 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£47 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (39m by train vs 53m by car). Tickets start at around £47 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Chippenham to Stroud run on average 3 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 44m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 5:27 |
Last train 22:54 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Stroud — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stroud trip today.
Stroud’s main museum explores local history, textiles and social life. Its galleries give a strong introduction to the town and surrounding valleys.
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.
An artist-led contemporary art space with changing exhibitions and events. It is a good choice for visitors seeking Stroud’s current creative scene.
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.
A wooded common with open grassland above Stroud. It is popular for walking, picnics and wide views across the Five Valleys.
A broad common beside Rodborough with excellent views and easy walking routes. It is a favourite local spot for sunsets and open scenery.
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.
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.
A rich fruit cake from Gloucestershire made with dried fruit, spice and suet, traditionally baked for harvest celebrations and local gatherings.
Independent brewery taproom and kitchen focused on organic beer, pizzas and casual meals with an easy-going local feel.
Stylish modern restaurant in Stroud known for seasonal British cooking, small plates and a relaxed but polished atmosphere.
Popular canalside pub serving hearty British dishes, local drinks and Sunday roasts in a relaxed historic setting.
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.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chippenham 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.

Most Chippenham to Stroud trains use the Chippenham to Stroud station pair. Use this guide to compare Chippenham and Stroud train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Chippenham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Chippenham.
Ticket office support is available at Chippenham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chippenham: Parking, WC.
Available at Chippenham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chippenham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A station – This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform. Step free access available to both platforms via lifts from the main station entrance and disused platform. Station is accessible if arriving at the station main entrance and not from the north, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Stroud is 1 km from Stroud city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Stroud.
Ticket office support is available at Stroud.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stroud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stroud: Bike Parking.
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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