Gloucester to Dunstable train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Dunstable

Showing times and prices for 18 Mar

Cheapest price

£127

Average price

£131

Fastest journey

2 h 50 m

Average duration

2 h 54 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

118 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Gloucester to Dunstable will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £127.

Fast trains

To travel from Gloucester to Dunstable you need to make at least 2 changes.

Great Western Railway (GWR)
06:102h55
Gloucester
09:05Leagrave
£1271One-way
2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)
07:052h56
Gloucester
10:01Leagrave
£1271One-way
2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)
05:112h50
Gloucester
08:01Leagrave
£1391One-way
3 changes

Live departures

Gloucester to Dunstable train times

The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Dunstable trains for today, Tuesday 17 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 03:03
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)05:11 Gloucester
2h50
08:01 Leagrave3 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)06:10 Gloucester
2h55
09:05 Leagrave2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)07:05 Gloucester
2h56
10:01 Leagrave2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)08:14 Gloucester
2h47
11:01 Leagrave2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)09:19 Gloucester
2h42
12:01 Leagrave2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gloucester to Dunstable

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Take a train from Gloucester to Dunstable and enjoy the approximately 118 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 21:45.

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
Distance
118 km
Average train duration
2h 22m
Trains per day
11
First train
05:04
Last train
21:45
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

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Gloucester to Dunstable trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Gloucester and Dunstable. 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
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£142
Great Western Rail frequency
10 a day
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

FAQs: Gloucester to Dunstable train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Dunstable 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 Dunstable, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Gloucester to Dunstable is 118 km.
The first train from Gloucester to Dunstable leaves at 5:04.
The last train from Gloucester to Dunstable departs at 21:45.
Trains from Gloucester to Dunstable run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gloucester to Dunstable.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gloucester to Dunstable.
To travel from Gloucester to Dunstable, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Gloucester to Dunstable.
The train station in Gloucester that goes to Dunstable is Gloucester station (GCR), and it arrives at Luton station (LUT).
Booking trains from Gloucester to Dunstable in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Gloucester to Dunstable offers views of the picturesque Cotswolds, with its rolling hills and charming villages, though the scenery becomes more urban as you approach the outskirts of Dunstable.
For a visit to Dunstable, 1 to 2 days are generally sufficient to explore key attractions such as Whipsnade Zoo and the Dunstable Downs.
Yes, you can take the train from Gloucester to Dunstable.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Dunstable

Gloucester
Dunstable
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Gloucester
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station

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