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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilford to Gloucester
Showing times and prices for 10 Jan
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
163 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilford to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilford to Gloucester will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Ilford for Gloucester 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 163 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 17 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.
04:583h17
Ilford08:15Gloucester
£301One-way
0 changes
08:212h55
Ilford11:16Gloucester
£841One-way
0 changes
13:432h33
Ilford16:16Gloucester
£851One-way
0 changes
13:432h33
Ilford16:16Gloucester
£851One-way
0 changes
08:212h55
Ilford11:16Gloucester
£841One-way
0 changes
04:583h17
Ilford08:15Gloucester
£301One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ilford to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilford to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 163 km
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£50 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ilford to Gloucester train times
The table below shows live departures for Ilford to Gloucester trains for tomorrow, Saturday 10 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 22:33
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:58 Ilford | 3h17 | 08:15 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:21 Ilford | 2h55 | 11:16 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:43 Ilford | 2h33 | 16:16 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Ilford to Gloucester
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Trains from Ilford to Gloucester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 2h 29m.
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 £5
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 04:10 |
Last train 21:45 |
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 £5
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line from Ilford to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Rail, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between Ilford and Gloucester from £5. 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
2h 28m
Cheapest Price
£25
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
Elizabeth Line
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 14m
Cheapest Price
£107
Elizabeth Line frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Ilford to Gloucester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford 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.
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.
A day trip from Ilford to Gloucester is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 29m. However, there are 3 train services available per day for this 163 km journey.
The train journey from Ilford to Gloucester offers passengers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the Essex countryside, parts of the Cotswolds, and glimpses of the River Severn, making it a pleasant and occasionally picturesque route.
The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Gloucester is by coach, costing approximately £5.
The cost of a train ticket from Ilford to Gloucester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £50.
The train distance from Ilford to Gloucester is 163 km.
The last train from Ilford to Gloucester departs at 21:45.
There is no night train service from Ilford to Gloucester.
Booking trains from Ilford 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 Ilford to Gloucester covers a distance of 163 km and takes approximately 2h 29m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train station in Ilford that goes to Gloucester is Ilford station (IFD), and it arrives at Gloucester station (GCR).
The first train from Ilford to Gloucester leaves at 4:10.
Trains from Ilford to Gloucester run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ilford to Gloucester.
Yes, you can take the train from Ilford to Gloucester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ilford to Gloucester.
To get from Ilford to Gloucester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ilford and Gloucester
Ilford
Gloucester
The major train station for departures in Ilford is Ilford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ilford for your trip from Ilford to Gloucester.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee & snacks
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category C. This station does not have step-free access. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located At the York Mews station entrance At the Ilford Hill temporary station entrance At the Ilford south station entrance
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 3
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two step free, heated waiting rooms located on Platform 3. The waiting room located next to the ladies toilets has an automatic door function. Both waiting rooms are open from first to last train.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Ilford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services will depart from: High Road, Bus Stop L, for Westbound services Ilford Hill, Bus Stop F, for Eastbound services Click here for map
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:40 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Seven Kings
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services will depart from: High Road, Bus Stop T, for Westbound services High Road, Bus Stop M, for Eastbound services Click here for map
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:40 Saturday 07:10 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step-free access to all platforms except platform 1. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Ticket Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the stations ticket hall. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Platform 3 (covered storage) Platform 4 (uncovered storage) Station entrance (uncovered storage)
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Goodmayes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services will depart from: High Road, Bus Stop D, for Westbound services High Road, Bus Stop C for Eastbound services Click here for map
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 Ilford.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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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