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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£134
Average price
£168
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Plymouth will cost around £168 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £134.
To travel from Gloucester to Plymouth you need to make at least one change.
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22:359h56Gloucester8:31Plymouth£1341One-way1 change- 10:373h17Gloucester13:54Plymouth£1701One-way1 change
- 11:403h09Gloucester14:49Plymouth£1701One-way1 change
- 12:363h11Gloucester15:47Plymouth£1701One-way1 change
- 13:403h07Gloucester16:47Plymouth£1701One-way1 change
- 20:403h04Gloucester23:44Plymouth£1701One-way1 change
- 17:413h06Gloucester20:47Plymouth£1701One-way1 change
- 13:403h07Gloucester16:47Plymouth£1701One-way1 change
9:433h08Gloucester12:51Plymouth£1831One-way1 change- 14:403h08Gloucester17:48Plymouth£1701One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Gloucester to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 213 km
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£53 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gloucester to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Plymouth trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 7:09 Gloucester | 3h03 | 10:12 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:41 Gloucester | 3h19 | 14:00 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:41 Gloucester | 3h19 | 17:00 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gloucester to Plymouth by coach or train
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Plymouth
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Trains from Gloucester to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 21:12 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Gloucester to Plymouth trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Gloucester and Plymouth from £12. 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 Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Plymouth 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 Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Plymouth
Most Gloucester to Plymouth trains use the Gloucester to Plymouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gloucester station do trains to Plymouth 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.
Which Plymouth station do trains from Gloucester arrive at?
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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