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Museum in the Park
Stroud’s main museum explores local history, textiles and social life. Its galleries give a strong introduction to the town and surrounding valleys.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kemble to Stroud among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 15 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£9 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Kemble to Stroud run on average 7 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 14m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 5:27 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Discover the best of Stroud — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stroud trip today.
Stroud’s main museum explores local history, textiles and social life. Its galleries give a strong introduction to the town and surrounding valleys.
A respected gallery showing modern and contemporary art in a former chapel. It is known for thoughtful exhibitions and a calm setting in Stroud town centre.
An artist-led contemporary art space with changing exhibitions and events. It is a good choice for visitors seeking Stroud’s current creative scene.
A large park with formal gardens, woodland and a museum. It is one of the best places in Stroud for a relaxed walk and broad valley views.
A wooded common with open grassland above Stroud. It is popular for walking, picnics and wide views across the Five Valleys.
A broad common beside Rodborough with excellent views and easy walking routes. It is a favourite local spot for sunsets and open scenery.
A soft, crumbly blue cow’s milk cheese from nearby Woodchester Valley, long associated with the Stroud area and valued for its rich, creamy flavour.
A traditional Gloucestershire cow’s milk cheese with a mellow, buttery taste, historically made on local farms and central to the county’s food heritage.
A rich fruit cake from Gloucestershire made with dried fruit, spice and suet, traditionally baked for harvest celebrations and local gatherings.
Independent brewery taproom and kitchen focused on organic beer, pizzas and casual meals with an easy-going local feel.
Stylish modern restaurant in Stroud known for seasonal British cooking, small plates and a relaxed but polished atmosphere.
Popular canalside pub serving hearty British dishes, local drinks and Sunday roasts in a relaxed historic setting.
Stroud is moderate for UK market towns: pubs and cafés are reasonable, but hotels can be pricey in peak periods. Local buses and trains are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is appreciated if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is optional, often just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kemble to Stroud 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 Stroud, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kemble to Stroud trains use the Kemble to Stroud station pair. Use this guide to compare Kemble and Stroud train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kemble has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Kemble.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kemble: Parking, WC.
Available at Kemble: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kemble: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.” Step free access possible to both platforms however Gloucester bound platform can only be accessed step free via local roads and footpaths.Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, 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.
Stroud is 1 km from Stroud city centre. Public transport options include:
Stroud has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Stroud.
Ticket office support is available at Stroud.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stroud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stroud: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stroud: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access to each platform via drop off points however step free access between the ticket office and Platform 2 can only be achieved via a stepbridge on the station. 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 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.
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