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Compare coach and train for Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 150 km
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Overview: Train from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:40, the last at 09:19. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 2h 10m.
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 £5
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 08:40 |
Last train 09:19 |
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 £5
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Gloucester station (GCR) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £5. 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 10m
Cheapest Price
£51
Great Western Rail frequency
7 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 station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from Gloucester to London Kings Cross is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 10m. Trains run 7 times per day over a distance of 150 km.
The train distance from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is 150 km.
The train journey from Gloucester to London Kings Cross offers some scenic views, particularly as it traverses the picturesque Cotswolds, renowned for its charming countryside and historic architecture.
The train journey from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX) covers a distance of 150 km and takes approximately 2h 10m. Trains run 7 per day.
Booking trains from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX) leaves at 8:40.
The last train from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX) departs at 9:19.
The cost of a train ticket from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £50, while the average price tends to be around £50.
Trains from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run approximately 7 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is by coach, costing approximately £5.
To get from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
There is no night train service from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
Yes, you can take the train from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
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Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester station (GCR) and London Kings Cross (KGX)
Gloucester
London
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 London.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
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
The major train station for arrivals in London is London Kings Cross. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Kings Cross for your journey to London from Gloucester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Wifi
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for London Kings Cross
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
Most popular train connections from Gloucester station (GCR)
Most popular trains to and from London Kings Cross (KGX) and Gloucester station (GCR)
Most popular train connections to London Kings Cross (KGX)
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