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National Waterways Museum Gloucester
Museum inside a Victorian dock warehouse with boat displays, canal history and exhibits on Gloucester’s trading links and waterways.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£71
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£71
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 53 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockport to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockport to Gloucester will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Stockport to Gloucester, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockport to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, while a train costs an average of £144.
Distance: 172 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£144 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stockport to Gloucester:
A coach is £90 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockport to Gloucester costing on average £144.
Other travel options to Gloucester take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 52m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (2h 20m by train vs 2h 28m by car). Tickets start at around £144 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Stockport to Gloucester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £140 but you can travel from only £54 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:06. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £140 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 21:06 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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Historic docklands with waterside walks, restored warehouses, boats and public spaces. A popular area for scenery, heritage and easy strolling.
Pedestrianised city-centre street lined with historic buildings, shops and arcades. Useful for exploring Gloucester’s urban character on foot.
Main civic square with seating, events and surrounding heritage buildings. A practical starting point for seeing the cathedral quarter and centre.
A protected blue cheese from nearby Berkeley in Gloucestershire, known for its creamy texture and strong savoury flavour.
A traditional Gloucestershire cider made from local apples, important in the county’s orchard and pub culture.
A rich fruit loaf associated with Gloucestershire, usually made with dried fruit, spice and tea, and often served sliced with butter.
Long-established Indian restaurant in the city centre, known for classic curries and polished service in elegant surroundings.
Popular waterside restaurant at Gloucester Docks serving burgers, brunch and grills in a lively modern setting.
Stylish bistro in Gloucester Docks known for British and European plates, cocktails and a relaxed contemporary atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals are manageable for most city-break budgets.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Gloucester station -> Gloucester Docks
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockport 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.

Most Stockport to Gloucester trains use the Stockport to Gloucester station pair. Use this guide to compare Stockport and Gloucester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stockport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stockport.
ATMs are available at Stockport.
Ticket office support is available at Stockport. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stockport: Parking, WC.
Available at Stockport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts are available to all platforms via the station subway, 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.
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 options are available at Gloucester.
Wi-Fi is available at Gloucester. ATMs are available at Gloucester.
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gloucester: Parking, WC.
Available at Gloucester: Bike Parking.
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.
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