Portsmouth to Gloucester by train

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Overview: trains from Portsmouth to Gloucester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Portsmouth to Gloucester, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:30 View journey
Last train 23:19 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 2m View journey
Distance (km) 144
Trains / day 24 View all
Cheapest journey CA$97.50 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 56m
Train operators 8

Portsmouth to Gloucester by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Portsmouth to Gloucester? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 144 kilometres.

Cost of a train ticket between Portsmouth and Gloucester

The cheapest ticket price along this route is CA$97.50. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Portsmouth to Gloucester departure frequency and train timetable

With 24 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 28 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 04:30 and the last one is at 22:19. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:00, with the last one at 23:19.

How long is the train journey from Portsmouth to Gloucester?

This journey covers a total of 144 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 3 hours and 2 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Portsmouth and Gloucester

Tickets for travel between Portsmouth and Gloucester can be booked 5 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Making your Portsmouth to Gloucester travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Gloucester.

FAQs about the train journey from Portsmouth to Gloucester

Want to know more about your journey from Portsmouth to Gloucester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Portsmouth and Gloucester by train is 144 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.