Gloucester to Guildford train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Guildford

Showing times and prices for 25 Feb

Cheapest price

£20

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

2 h 16 m

Average duration

2 h 38 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

135 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Gloucester to Guildford will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Gloucester for Guildford 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 135 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 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
21:193h00
Gloucester
00:19Guildford
£201One-way
0 changes
Great Western Rail
17:502h16
Gloucester
20:06Guildford
£231One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Guildford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, and a coach costs an average of £16.

Distance: 135 km

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Coach

£27

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Cheapest

£28

Average Price

2h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 57m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 5m

Average total duration

4h 35m

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Live departures

Gloucester to Guildford train times

The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Guildford trains for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 01:36
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western12:19 Gloucester
2h13
14:32 Guildford0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gloucester to Guildford

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Trains from Gloucester to Guildford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 135 km distance in 2h 12m.

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 £16
Distance
135 km
Average train duration
1h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 12m
First train
05:11
Last train
21:48
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 £16

Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Gloucester to Guildford trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Gloucester and Guildford from £16. 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 12m
Cheapest Price
£20
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

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£96
first_great_western frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Gloucester to Guildford train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Gloucester to Guildford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £27.
The train journey from Gloucester to Guildford covers a distance of 135 km and takes approximately 2h 12m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Gloucester to Guildford is 135 km.
The first train from Gloucester to Guildford leaves at 5:11.
The last train from Gloucester to Guildford departs at 21:48.
Trains from Gloucester to Guildford run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gloucester to Guildford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gloucester to Guildford.
To get from Gloucester to Guildford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Gloucester to Guildford.
The train station in Gloucester that goes to Guildford is Gloucester station (GCR), and it arrives at Guildford station (GLD).
The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Guildford is by coach, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Gloucester to Guildford 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 Guildford offers a mix of scenic views, including the picturesque countryside of the Cotswolds and rolling hills, making it an enjoyable experience for passengers who appreciate natural landscapes.
A day trip from Gloucester to Guildford is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 12m and the frequency is 4 per day for trains. The distance is 135 km.
Two to three days in Guildford is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy local dining, and experience the beautiful surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Gloucester to Guildford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Guildford

Gloucester
Guildford
The major train station for departures in Gloucester is Gloucester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gloucester for your trip from Gloucester to Guildford.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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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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