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Trains from Gloucester to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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40

train journeys
per day

48

miles (78 kms)

57 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 23:41

first / last train

22

direct trains

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Gloucester to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Gloucester and Cardiff Central , with 22 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gloucester to Cardiff Central is approximately 48 miles (78 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 25 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gloucester to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 57 mins.

Journeys from Gloucester to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    06:54
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:16
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    07:22
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:27
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    07:51
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:53
    1 hrs 4 mins Direct
    07:57
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:00
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:58
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    09:08
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:58
    1 hrs 12 mins Direct
    09:10
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:11
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    09:36
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:58
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    10:10
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:58
    1 hrs 15 mins Direct
    10:13
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:27
    58 mins Direct
    10:25
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:40
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    11:10
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:09
    1 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    11:36
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:53
    1 hrs 11 mins Direct
    12:04
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:27
    58 mins Direct
    12:25
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:59
    1 hrs 8 mins Direct
    13:07
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:10
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    13:35
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:44
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    14:06
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:27
    57 mins Direct
    14:24
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:59
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    15:05
    Gloucester
    Cardiff Central
    Gloucester to Cardiff Central

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Gloucester and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Gloucester and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gloucester and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 22 direct services per day from Gloucester to Cardiff Central

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

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