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Compare train and coach for Truro to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Truro to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 265 km
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5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 10m Average total duration 13h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Truro to Gloucester
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Trains from Truro to Gloucester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 265 km distance in 4h 33m.
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 £21
Distance 265 km |
Average train duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 19:09 |
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 £21
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Truro to Gloucester trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Truro and Gloucester from £21. 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
4h 33m
Cheapest Price
£92
Great Western Rail frequency
2 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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 58m
Cheapest Price
£210
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
£178
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
9 a day
FAQs: Truro to Gloucester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Truro 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.
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.
The train distance from Truro to Gloucester is 265 km.
Booking trains from Truro 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 Truro to Gloucester covers a distance of 265 km and takes approximately 4h 33m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Truro to Gloucester leaves at 5:20.
The last train from Truro to Gloucester departs at 19:09.
To get from Truro to Gloucester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Trains from Truro to Gloucester run approximately 3 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Truro to Gloucester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £46, while the average price tends to be around £46.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Truro to Gloucester.
The cheapest way to get from Truro to Gloucester is by coach, costing approximately £21.
There is no night train service from Truro to Gloucester.
The train station in Truro that goes to Gloucester is Truro station (TRU), and it arrives at Gloucester station (GCR).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Truro to Gloucester.
Yes, you can take the train from Truro to Gloucester.
A day trip from Truro to Gloucester is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 33m each way. Trains run 3 times per day.
The train journey from Truro to Gloucester offers scenic views of the Cornish countryside, the River Tamar, and stretches of the English countryside, providing a pleasant backdrop for travellers.
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Important Stations and Airports in Truro and Gloucester
Truro
Gloucester
The major train station for departures in Truro is Truro. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Truro for your trip from Truro to Gloucester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 20:05 Saturday 06:40 - 19:05 Sunday 09:15 - 19:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms 1 & 2 from the main road side buildings. Access to platform 3 via the footbridges and level crossing. 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: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2 & 3
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: P3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Truro
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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 Truro.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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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