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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Gloucester
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Gloucester will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 3 trains that leave Swansea for Gloucester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 120 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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.
21:313h05Swansea0:36Gloucester£161One-way0 changes- 5:282h47Swansea8:15Gloucester£171One-way0 changes
- 8:542h21Swansea11:15Gloucester£191One-way0 changes
- 8:542h21Swansea11:15Gloucester£191One-way0 changes
- 5:282h47Swansea8:15Gloucester£171One-way0 changes
- 21:313h05Swansea0:36Gloucester£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 120 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£22 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swansea to Gloucester train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Gloucester trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G39241+ G66813 | On time 17:27 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h16 | 19:43 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 change | |
| G38303 · W43775 | On time 17:51 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h27 | 20:18 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 change | |
| G39253+G66815 | On time 18:28 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h25 | 20:53 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 change | |
| G39263+G00931 | On time 19:24 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h16 | 21:40 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 change | |
| G38312 · Y63482 | On time 19:54 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h21 | 22:15 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 change | |
 G15051 · G15226 | On time 20:23 Swansea station (SWA) | 3h16 | 23:39 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 change | |
| G15051+G00935 | On time 20:23 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h26 | 22:49 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 change | |
| G39118 · W43470 | On time 22:32 Swansea station (SWA) | 2h22 | 0:54 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 18 July | |||||
| 5:28 Swansea | 2h47 | 8:15 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:54 Swansea | 2h21 | 11:15 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Gloucester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to Gloucester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 120 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 120 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 3:38 |
Last train 23:18 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea to Gloucester trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea and Gloucester from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swansea to Gloucester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Gloucester
Most Swansea to Gloucester trains use the Swansea to Gloucester station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Gloucester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Gloucester leave from?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: on concourse, 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: No.
Which Gloucester station do trains from Swansea arrive at?
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.
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