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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£149
Average price
£191
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
5 h 31 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
459 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Edinburgh will cost around £191 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £149.
Of the 19 trains that leave Gloucester for Edinburgh every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 459 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 35 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.
G01067 · G00701 · G0106710:496h20Gloucester station (GCR)17:09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1491One-way2 changes- G00900 · G00710 · G0107312:456h26Gloucester station (GCR)19:11Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1491One-way2 changes
- G01067 · G00701 · G0106710:496h20Gloucester station (GCR)17:09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1751One-way2 changes
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W339418:555h24Gloucester station (GCR)14:19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1911One-way2 changes- G00900+W3429012:455h35Gloucester station (GCR)18:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1911One-way1 change
- G15383+G01062+W339418:555h24Gloucester station (GCR)14:19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1911One-way2 changes
- W34286+G0106710:495h29Gloucester station (GCR)16:18Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1911One-way1 change
- W33941+G009388:495h30Gloucester station (GCR)14:19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1911One-way1 change
- G00900+W3429012:455h35Gloucester station (GCR)18:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1911One-way1 change
- G00905+W3428914:495h35Gloucester station (GCR)20:24Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1911One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Gloucester to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 459 km
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£114 Average Price | £52 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 56m Average total duration 11h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gloucester to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Edinburgh trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y80547+G66987+W34144 | On time 6:04 Gloucester station (GCR) | 6h16 | 12:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G00844 · G01060 | On time 7:45 Gloucester station (GCR) | 6h25 | 14:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G00844+C01369+ W85177 | On time 7:45 Gloucester station (GCR) | 5h47 | 13:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G00938 · G00739 · G01062 | On time 8:49 Gloucester station (GCR) | 6h21 | 15:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G00938+W33941 | On time 8:49 Gloucester station (GCR) | 5h30 | 14:19 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G15383+G01062+W33941 | On time 8:55 Gloucester station (GCR) | 5h24 | 14:19 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G66712 · G01064 | On time 9:49 Gloucester station (GCR) | 6h18 | 16:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G66712+W33935+W85182 | On time 9:49 Gloucester station (GCR) | 5h47 | 15:36 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G01067+W34286 | On time 10:49 Gloucester station (GCR) | 5h29 | 16:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Edinburgh
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Trains from Gloucester to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 17:49. The fastest train covers the 459 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 459 km |
Average train duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 25m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 17:49 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Gloucester to Edinburgh trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Gloucester and Edinburgh from £23. 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 Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Edinburgh
Most Gloucester to Edinburgh trains use the Gloucester to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gloucester station do trains to Edinburgh 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
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