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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to York
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to York will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 4 trains that leave Gloucester for York every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 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 45 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gloucester to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 245 km
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£93 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gloucester to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to York trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:49 Gloucester | 3h26 | 13:15 York | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 4 December | |||||
| 06:45 Gloucester | 3h45 | 10:30 York | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:48 Gloucester | 3h42 | 11:30 York | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:48 Gloucester | 3h43 | 12:31 York | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to York
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Trains from Gloucester to York run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 19:49 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Gloucester to York trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Gloucester and York from £25. 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 York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and York
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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