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The cheapest and fastest trains from Croydon to Gloucester

Showing times and prices for 02 Dec

Cheapest price

£133

Average price

£134

Fastest journey

3 h 4 m

Average duration

3 h 5 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

157 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Croydon to Gloucester will cost around £134 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £133.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Croydon for Gloucester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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
04:413h04
Croydon
07:45Gloucester
£1331One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
04:403h05
Croydon
07:45Gloucester
£1361One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Croydon to Gloucester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Croydon to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £29.

Distance: 157 km

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Coach

£111

Average Price

£6

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Cheapest

3h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 32m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 15m

Average total duration

3h 45m

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Live departures

Croydon to Gloucester train times

The table below shows live departures for Croydon to Gloucester trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 05:43
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western07:56 Croydon
3h20
11:16 Gloucester0 changesdirect
Tuesday 2 December
great_western04:40 Croydon
3h05
07:45 Gloucester0 changesdirect
great_western04:41 Croydon
3h04
07:45 Gloucester0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Croydon to Gloucester

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Trains from Croydon to Gloucester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 3h 0m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance
157 km
Average train duration
2h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£29
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
3h 0m
First train
04:10
Last train
22:28
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Thameslink from Croydon to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Rail, Thameslink trains will get you between Croydon and Gloucester from £5. 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 57m
Cheapest Price
£26
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

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 21m
Cheapest Price
£114
Thameslink frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Croydon to Gloucester train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Croydon 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 Croydon to Gloucester is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 0m each way. Trains run 3 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Croydon to Gloucester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £29, while the average price tends to be around £111.
The train journey from Croydon to Gloucester offers a mix of urban and countryside views. As the train leaves the London area, passengers can enjoy glimpses of rolling hills, quaint villages, and patches of picturesque farmland, providing a pleasant scenic experience.
Booking trains from Croydon to Gloucester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Gloucester is by coach, costing approximately £5.
The train journey from Croydon to Gloucester covers a distance of 157 km and takes approximately 3h 0m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Croydon to Gloucester is 157 km.
The train station in Croydon that goes to Gloucester is East Croydon (ECR), and it arrives at Gloucester station (GCR).
The last train from Croydon to Gloucester departs at 22:28.
The first train from Croydon to Gloucester leaves at 4:10.
There is no night train service from Croydon to Gloucester.
Trains from Croydon to Gloucester run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Croydon to Gloucester.
Yes, you can take the train from Croydon to Gloucester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Croydon to Gloucester.
To get from Croydon to Gloucester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Croydon and Gloucester

Croydon
Gloucester
The major train station for departures in Croydon is East Croydon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at East Croydon for your trip from Croydon to Gloucester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on each platform
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station front, opposite Platform 6
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for East Croydon
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:05 Saturday 05:55 - 20:25 Sunday 08:00 - 16:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 6 above the waiting room.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3 and 4/5
  • National key toilets: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms on platform 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. The waiting room on platform 6 has one small step to access. Seating is also available on platforms 3, 4, 5 and 6
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station front
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:15 Saturday 06:25 - 20:15 Sunday 08:10 - 17:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent High street shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: B2 station category. Step free access available for platform 1 and 3 using the London Road car park entrance . This side gate is kept locked but has help buttons to request use. Step-free access via separate entrance to platform 4 (to Sutton).
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for West Croydon
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop B5 in Station Road Due to ongoing works, the stops for Rail Replacement bus services at West Croydon bus station are subject to regular change. Please check with local staff if intending to use this service.
  • Metro: London Trams (formerly Tramlink) services to Elmers End, Beckenham Junction and New Addington via East Croydon

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