The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester station (GCR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price on 10 Oct
£9
Average ticket price on 10 Oct
£30
Fastest journey on 10 Oct
1 h 33 m
Average journey duration on 10 Oct
1 h 59 m
Trains on 10 Oct
7
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester station (GCR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester station (GCR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
To travel from Gloucester station (GCR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) you need to make at least one change.
XC066300 · K0027921:201h33Gloucester station (GCR)22:53Birmingham New Street (BHM)£91One-way1 change
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C170559:503h19Gloucester station (GCR)13:09Birmingham New Street (BHM)£251One-way1 change
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C1706010:503h19Gloucester station (GCR)14:09Birmingham New Street (BHM)£251One-way1 change
GW089500+
XC064100 · G0107211:502h05Gloucester station (GCR)13:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)£381One-way2 changes
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XC064000 · G0107612:502h05Gloucester station (GCR)14:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)£381One-way2 changes
XC066300 · K0027921:201h33Gloucester station (GCR)22:53Birmingham New Street (BHM)£91One-way1 change
GW089500+
XC064100 · G0107211:502h05Gloucester station (GCR)13:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)£381One-way2 changes
GW089300+
XC064000 · G0107612:502h05Gloucester station (GCR)14:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)£381One-way2 changes
GW089700+
XC064200 · G0107010:502h05Gloucester station (GCR)12:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)£381One-way2 changes
GW089900+
XC064300 · G010689:502h05Gloucester station (GCR)11:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)£381One-way2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester station (GCR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from Gloucester station (GCR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 47m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 6:09 |
Last train 21:51 |
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Live departures
Gloucester station (GCR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester station (GCR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W35086+ G66829 | Delayed 22:26 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h28 | 23:09 23:09Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
G00935 | On time 22:51 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h11 | 0:02 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 10 October | |||||
GW089900+ XC064300 · G01068 | 9:50 Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h05 | 11:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
GW089900+ C17055 | 9:50 Gloucester station (GCR) | 3h19 | 13:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
GW089700+ XC064200 · G01070 | 10:50 Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h05 | 12:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
GW089700+ C17060 | 10:50 Gloucester station (GCR) | 3h19 | 14:09 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
GW089500+ XC064100 · G01072 | 11:50 Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h05 | 13:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
XC064000 · G01076+ GW089300 | 12:50 Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h05 | 14:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
XC066300 · K00279 | 21:20 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h33 | 22:53 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Gloucester station (GCR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester station (GCR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester station (GCR) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Gloucester station (GCR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Gloucester to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Gloucester station (GCR) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
