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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Sheffield will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
Of the 3 trains that leave Gloucester for Sheffield every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 177 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.
9:492h30Gloucester12:19Sheffield£361One-way0 changes- 18:492h36Gloucester21:25Sheffield£531One-way0 changes
- 13:492h29Gloucester16:18Sheffield£591One-way0 changes
- 13:492h29Gloucester16:18Sheffield£591One-way0 changes
- 9:492h30Gloucester12:19Sheffield£361One-way0 changes
- 18:492h36Gloucester21:25Sheffield£531One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. 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 £19, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 177 km
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£50 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gloucester to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Sheffield trains for tomorrow, Monday 27 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:49 Gloucester | 2h30 | 12:19 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:49 Gloucester | 2h29 | 16:18 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:49 Gloucester | 2h36 | 21:25 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Sheffield
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Trains from Gloucester to Sheffield run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 177 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 21:43 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Gloucester to Sheffield trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Gloucester and Sheffield from £19. 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 Sheffield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Sheffield 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 Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Sheffield
Most Gloucester to Sheffield trains use the Gloucester to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gloucester station do trains to Sheffield 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 Sheffield station do trains from Gloucester arrive at?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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 Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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