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Compare coach and train for Harlow to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harlow to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 162 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harlow to Gloucester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Harlow to Gloucester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:47, the last at 20:39. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 3h 13m.
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 £9
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 00:47 |
Last train 20:39 |
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 £9
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Harlow to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Harlow and Gloucester from £9. 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 13m
Cheapest Price
£42
Great Western Rail frequency
4 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: Harlow to Gloucester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harlow to Gloucester 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 Gloucester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Harlow to Gloucester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £61.
The train journey from Harlow to Gloucester covers a distance of 162 km and takes approximately 3h 13m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Harlow to Gloucester is 162 km.
The first train from Harlow to Gloucester leaves at 0:47.
The last train from Harlow to Gloucester departs at 20:39.
Trains from Harlow to Gloucester run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Harlow to Gloucester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Harlow to Gloucester.
To get from Harlow to Gloucester, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Harlow to Gloucester.
The train station in Harlow that goes to Gloucester is Harlow Town (HWN), and it arrives at Gloucester station (GCR).
The cheapest way to get from Harlow to Gloucester is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Harlow to Gloucester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Harlow to Gloucester offers passengers views of the picturesque English countryside, with charming villages, rolling hills, and stretches of scenic landscapes typical of the Cotswolds region.
To fully explore Gloucester, including its historic sites such as Gloucester Cathedral, the docks, and nearby attractions like the Cotswolds, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Harlow to Gloucester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Harlow and Gloucester
Harlow
Gloucester
The major train station for departures in Harlow is Harlow Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Harlow Town for your trip from Harlow to Gloucester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- 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: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible (radar key) toilet on concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: The waiting room can be found on the bridge.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within building and forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Harlow Town
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop at station forecourt
The major train station for arrivals in Gloucester is Gloucester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gloucester for your journey to Gloucester from Harlow.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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
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