The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Bridgwater
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Bridgwater is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Bridgwater will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 2 trains that leave Gloucester for Bridgwater 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 97 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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.
9:402h02Gloucester11:42Bridgwater£271One-way0 changes
12:442h00Gloucester14:44Bridgwater£421One-way0 changes
12:442h00Gloucester14:44Bridgwater£421One-way0 changes
9:402h02Gloucester11:42Bridgwater£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Bridgwater
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Bridgwater among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 97 km
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£32 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gloucester to Bridgwater train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Bridgwater trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:04 Gloucester | 1h52 | 7:56 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:27 Gloucester | 1h36 | 8:03 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:58 Gloucester | 1h45 | 8:43 Bridgwater | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:49 Gloucester | 1h54 | 9:43 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:40 Gloucester | 2h04 | 10:44 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:40 Gloucester | 2h01 | 11:41 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:39 Gloucester | 2h02 | 12:41 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:40 Gloucester | 2h02 | 13:42 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:44 Gloucester | 1h59 | 14:43 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:38 Gloucester | 2h04 | 15:42 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:40 Gloucester | 2h02 | 16:42 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:40 Gloucester | 2h06 | 17:46 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:40 Gloucester | 2h05 | 18:45 Bridgwater | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Bridgwater
Trains from Gloucester to Bridgwater run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 5:21 |
Last train 21:43 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Gloucester to Bridgwater trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Gloucester and Bridgwater from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gloucester to Bridgwater train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Bridgwater
Most Gloucester to Bridgwater trains use the Gloucester to Bridgwater station pair. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Bridgwater train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gloucester station do trains to Bridgwater leave from?
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.
Which Bridgwater station do trains from Gloucester arrive at?
Getting to Bridgwater from Bridgwater city centre
Bridgwater train station facilities and services
Bridgwater has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bridgwater.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bridgwater.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bridgwater: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bridgwater: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgwater: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”Platform 1 (Taunton bound) has step free access. Platform 2 (Bristol bound) has step free access, however, due to severe incline from train to platform, ramp assistance onto the train is not available. If you need assistance travelling from this platform, please speak to our Passenger Assist team on 0800 197 1329. Access between platforms are via local roads as Platform 2 can only be accessed via a footbridge on 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 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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