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Why should you book South Benfleet to Gloucester trains with Omio?
Great Western Railway as well as c2c offer trains services from South Benfleet to Gloucester.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from South Benfleet to Gloucester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from South Benfleet to Gloucester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £116 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 16:19. The fastest train covers the 196 km distance in 2h 39m.
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
Distance 196 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £116 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 16:19 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Railway, c2c from South Benfleet to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Railway, c2c trains will get you between South Benfleet and Gloucester from £116. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
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 28m
Cheapest Price
£62
Great Western Railway frequency
3 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
c2c
About
c2c is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Fenchurch Street to destinations in East London and Essex, including Southend, Basildon, and Grays. c2c offers a range of train types, including the Class 357 Electrostar, Class 312 Electrostar, and Class 315 Electrostar. These trains are modern and comfortable, with air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. c2c also offers a range of ticket types, including Anytime, Off-Peak, and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, toilets, and luggage storage. The most popular routes for c2c are London Fenchurch Street to Southend Central, London Fenchurch Street to Basildon, and London Fenchurch Street to Grays.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 39m
Cheapest Price
£116
c2c frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar/bistro service available on most trains offering snacks, drinks, and light meals
Seat reservation
Seat reservations mandatory and included in ticket price for high-speed trains, optional for regional trains
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free
Quiet zone
FAQs: South Benfleet to Gloucester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Benfleet 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 South Benfleet to Gloucester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £116, while the average price tends to be around £116.
The train journey from South Benfleet to Gloucester covers a distance of 196 km and takes approximately 2h 39m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from South Benfleet to Gloucester is 196 km.
The first train from South Benfleet to Gloucester leaves at 5:11.
The last train from South Benfleet to Gloucester departs at 16:19.
Trains from South Benfleet to Gloucester run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from South Benfleet to Gloucester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from South Benfleet to Gloucester.
To travel from South Benfleet to Gloucester, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from South Benfleet to Gloucester.
The train station in South Benfleet that goes to Gloucester is Benfleet (BEF), and it arrives at Gloucester station (GCR).
The cheapest way to get from South Benfleet to Gloucester is by train, costing approximately £116.
Booking trains from South Benfleet 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 South Benfleet to Gloucester offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with sections through the Essex countryside and vistas of the River Thames before transitioning to the scenic Cotswolds as you approach Gloucester.
A day trip from South Benfleet to Gloucester is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 39m. However, there are 3 trains per day for this route covering a distance of 196 km.
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 South Benfleet to Gloucester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in South Benfleet and Gloucester
South Benfleet
Gloucester
The major train station for departures in South Benfleet is Benfleet. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Benfleet for your trip from South Benfleet to Gloucester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 21:30 Saturday 05:15 - 21:45 Sunday 06:15 - 21:15
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There are no lifts at the station, but step free access is available to both platforms from street level via electronic gates
- Accessible taxis: Operated by local companies. Pre-booking advised
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Benfleet
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Ferry Road outside front of station: - If travelling towards London, Stop E - If travelling towards Southend, Stop A
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 South Benfleet.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
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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