Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 26 Feb

Cheapest price

£64

Average price

£64

Fastest journey

3 h 41 m

Average duration

3 h 41 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

172 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Gloucester station (GCR) for London Stansted Airport 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 172 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 41 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.

Great Western Rail
08:143h41
Gloucester station (GCR)
11:55London Stansted Airport
£641One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £27.

Distance: 172 km

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Coach

£58

Average Price

£33

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Cheapest

3h 15m

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2h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 44m

Average total duration

5h 14m

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Live departures

Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 22:47
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western08:14 Gloucester station (GCR)
3h41
11:55 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport by train or coach

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Why should you book Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport trains with Omio?

Great Western Rail as well as Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport.

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport

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Trains from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 08:14, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 3h 18m.

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 £21
Distance
172 km
Average train duration
2h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
3h 18m
First train
08:14
Last train
20:18
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 £21

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Gloucester station (GCR) and London Stansted Airport from £21. 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 18m
Cheapest Price
£27
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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 32m
Cheapest Price
£146
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 48m
Cheapest Price
£123
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
9 a day

FAQs: Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £58.
The train journey from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport covers a distance of 172 km and takes approximately 3h 18m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport is 172 km.
The first train from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 8:14.
The last train from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport departs at 20:18.
Trains from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, there is a direct train between Gloucester station (GCR) and London Stansted Airport. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Cross Country.
To get from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport offers limited scenic views, primarily featuring the rolling countryside typical of the English landscape, but is not renowned for exceptional scenery.
A day trip from Gloucester to London Stansted Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 18m, with a distance of 172 km. There are 6 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Gloucester station (GCR) to London Stansted Airport.

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Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester station (GCR) and London Stansted Airport

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ParkingParking
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AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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information
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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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