Travelling from Plymouth to Gloucester by train

Considering a train trip from Plymouth to Gloucester? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost for travel between Plymouth and Gloucester

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is CA$107.90, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 3 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train times for travel between Plymouth and Gloucester

If you are taking the train from Plymouth to Gloucester, you will have 14 trains each day (with a departure every 1 hour and 11 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:20. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 18:25. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:25, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 18:27.

Average train travel time and distance from Plymouth to Gloucester

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 40 minutes, spanning 212 kilometres in total.

When do tickets go on sale between Plymouth and Gloucester?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Plymouth and Gloucester 3 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn more about train travel from Plymouth to Gloucester

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Gloucester city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Plymouth to Gloucester?

The total distance from Plymouth to Gloucester is 212 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Plymouth to Gloucester?

The lowest price on this route is CA$107.90. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

How far in advance can I book my Plymouth to Gloucester train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 3 months in advance of the departure date.

How long does it take to get from Plymouth to Gloucester?

The quickest journey is 2 hours and 40 minutes.