Peterborough to Gloucester by train

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Overview: trains from Peterborough to Gloucester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Peterborough 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 06:10 View journey
Last train 21:59 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 57m View journey
Distance (km) 157
Trains / day 16 View all
Cheapest journey €197.72 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 11m
Train operators 3

Taking the train from Peterborough to Gloucester

So you’re considering going from Peterborough to Gloucester by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost between Peterborough and Gloucester: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from €197.72, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train timetable for travel between Peterborough and Gloucester

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Peterborough to Gloucester by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 06:10

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 21:59

  • First daily departure (weekend): 06:10

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 20:53

  • Average number of daily trains: 16 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 59 minutes

Average train travel time from Peterborough to Gloucester

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 57 minutes, travelling a total distance of 157 kilometres.

When do tickets between Peterborough and Gloucester go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Peterborough and Gloucester 4 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Additional information on train travel from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to Gloucester

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

The train journey between Peterborough and Gloucester covers 157 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.