The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR)
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£34
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£34
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 45 m
Trains on 05 Sept
2
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR) will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
To travel from Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR) you need to make at least one change.
W35359 · C422818:321h45Oxford station (OXF)10:17Gloucester station (GCR)£341One-way1 change
W35361 · W350669:321h45Oxford station (OXF)11:17Gloucester station (GCR)£341One-way1 change
W35359 · C422818:321h45Oxford station (OXF)10:17Gloucester station (GCR)£341One-way1 change
W35361 · W350669:321h45Oxford station (OXF)11:17Gloucester station (GCR)£341One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 68 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR):
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR) costing on average £30.
Other travel options to Gloucester station (GCR) take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 29m.
Tickets start at around £30 compared to roughly £18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-11.30. The journey takes 1h 20m versus 1h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W35359 · C42281 | 8:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h45 | 10:17 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 change | |
W35361 · W35066 | 9:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h45 | 11:17 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR) by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR).
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR)
Trains from Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 14:35. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 14:35 |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR) trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Oxford station (OXF) and Gloucester station (GCR) from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR) 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 station (GCR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Oxford station (OXF) and Gloucester station (GCR)
Most Oxford station (OXF) to Gloucester station (GCR) trains use the Oxford to Gloucester station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford station (OXF) and Gloucester station (GCR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. 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 taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
