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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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warrington to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £76.
Distance: 171 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£76 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 55m Average total duration 24h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Warrington to Gloucester:
A coach is £58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warrington to Gloucester costing on average £76.
Other travel options to Gloucester take longer:
Coach takes on average 24h 25m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (2h 18m by train vs 2h 24m by car). Tickets start at around £76 compared to roughly £35 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 Warrington to Gloucester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 19:49 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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Museum inside a Victorian dock warehouse with boat displays, canal history and exhibits on Gloucester’s trading links and waterways.
City museum covering Gloucester’s Roman origins, local archaeology, folk life and art in a convenient central location.
Museum dedicated to the Gloucestershire Regiment, with military collections, personal stories and displays inside historic custom house buildings.
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 Warrington 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 Warrington to Gloucester trains use the Warrington Central to Gloucester station pair. Use this guide to compare Warrington and Gloucester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Warrington Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Warrington Central.
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warrington Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Warrington Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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