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Trains from Reading to Gloucester

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36

train journeys
per day

61

miles (98 kms)

1hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

00:15 / 23:57

first / last train

16

direct trains

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Reading to Gloucester

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Gloucester , with 16 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Gloucester is approximately 61 miles (98 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 1 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Gloucester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Gloucester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:15
    6 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    06:59
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:49
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    07:18
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:56
    1 hrs 22 mins Direct
    08:18
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:13
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    08:45
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:56
    1 hrs 18 mins Direct
    09:14
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:13
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    10:02
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:58
    1 hrs 17 mins Direct
    10:15
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:13
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    10:56
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:58
    1 hrs 17 mins Direct
    11:15
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:13
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    11:56
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:58
    1 hrs 17 mins Direct
    12:15
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    12:57
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:58
    1 hrs 16 mins Direct
    13:14
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:13
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    13:54
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:58
    1 hrs 17 mins Direct
    14:15
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:13
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    14:56
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:58
    1 hrs 15 mins Direct
    15:13
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:13
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    15:59
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:58
    1 hrs 16 mins Direct
    16:14
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:13
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    16:56
    Reading
    Gloucester
    Reading to Gloucester

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Unavailable
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 Reading and Gloucester

The travel time between Reading and Gloucester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading 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 00:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

First class tickets on trains between Reading and Gloucester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 16 direct services per day from Reading to Gloucester

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

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