Carlisle to Gloucester by train

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Overview: trains from Carlisle to Gloucester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Carlisle 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 01:41 View journey
Last train 23:45 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 50m View journey
Distance (km) 340
Trains / day 23 View all
Cheapest journey €204.63 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 24m
Train operators 4

Travelling from Carlisle to Gloucester by train

Considering a train trip from Carlisle 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 travel between Carlisle and Gloucester: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Carlisle to Gloucester:

  • Cheapest tickets: €204.63

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 3 months in advance.

Departure frequency and timetable from Carlisle to Gloucester

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Carlisle to Gloucester:

  • 01:41 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:45 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:44 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:31 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 31 minutes from Carlisle toward Gloucester.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 23 trains serving this route each day.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Carlisle to Gloucester?

On this route spanning 340 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 3 hours and 50 minutes.

How far in advance Carlisle and Gloucester tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Carlisle and Gloucester are available 3 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Additional information on train travel from Carlisle to Gloucester

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Gloucester city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Carlisle to Gloucester

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

The train route from Carlisle to Gloucester covers 340 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.