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Compare coach and train for Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 168 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£48 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Why should you book Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail operates all trains services from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 3h 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 £28
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 21:42 |
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 £28
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Stansted Mountfitchet and Gloucester from £28. 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 29m
Cheapest Price
£43
Great Western Rail frequency
6 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: Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £48.
The train journey from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester covers a distance of 168 km and takes approximately 3h 29m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester is 168 km.
The first train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester leaves at 5:11.
The last train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester departs at 21:42.
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester.
To get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester.
The train station in Stansted Mountfitchet that goes to Gloucester is Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST), and it arrives at Gloucester station (GCR).
The cheapest way to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester is by coach, costing approximately £28.
Booking trains from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the picturesque landscapes of the Cotswolds and the historic charm of towns like Cheltenham, providing a pleasant visual experience.
A day trip from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 29m. However, there are 7 train trips per day. The distance between the two locations is 168 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stansted Mountfitchet and Gloucester
Stansted Mountfitchet
Gloucester
The major train station for departures in Stansted Mountfitchet is Stansted Mountfitchet. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stansted Mountfitchet for your trip from Stansted Mountfitchet to Gloucester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Cork House
Accessibility
- Staff help available: 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Stansted Mountfitchet
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
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 Stansted Mountfitchet.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
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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