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Gloucester to Cardiff train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Gloucester to Cardiff, starting from AU$ 11.12 and averaging AU$ 11.99. The entire journey takes no more than 55m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:49 Gloucester	06:58 Cardiff Central	1h 9m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:19 Gloucester	07:24 Cardiff Central	1h 5m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:53 Gloucester	07:57 Cardiff Central	1h 4m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:58 Gloucester	08:39 Cardiff Central	1h 41m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:53 Gloucester	08:59 Cardiff Central	1h 6m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:27 Gloucester	09:25 Paris	58m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Gloucester to Cardiff train route details

First train

05:49

Last train

23:18

Departure station

Gloucester

Arrival station

Cardiff

Journey time

55m

Distance

78 km

Price

AU$ 11.12*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Gloucester to Cardiff

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Gloucester to Cardiff can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Gloucester to Cardiff, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Gloucester to Cardiff ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Gloucester to Cardiff train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Gloucester to Cardiff with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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