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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gloucester

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36

train journeys
per day

48

miles (78 kms)

56 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 00:25

first / last train

28

direct trains

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Gloucester

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Gloucester , with 28 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Gloucester is approximately 48 miles (78 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 20 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Gloucester.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Gloucester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 56 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Gloucester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:07
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    06:59
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:54
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    07:04
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:10
    1 hrs 4 mins Direct
    07:14
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:40
    1 hrs 4 mins Direct
    07:44
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    08:13
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:45
    1 hrs 2 mins Direct
    08:47
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:55
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    09:29
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:45
    1 hrs 1 min Direct
    09:46
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:08
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    10:14
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    1 hrs 2 mins Direct
    10:47
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:09
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    11:14
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    1 hrs 1 min Direct
    11:46
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    58 mins Direct
    12:43
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:10
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    13:16
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    1 hrs Direct
    13:45
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:08
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    14:13
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:45
    58 mins Direct
    14:43
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:59
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    15:31
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    1 hrs 1 min Direct
    15:46
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:08
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    16:14
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central to Gloucester

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Gloucester Station

Station name Gloucester (GCR)
Address Gloucester station, Bruton Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1DE
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 09:00 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Gloucester

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Gloucester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Gloucester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Gloucester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 28 direct services per day from Cardiff Central to Gloucester

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Gloucester.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Central and Gloucester, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.