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Great Western Railway

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Salford Crescent to Gloucester by train

First train

06:05

Last train

00:34

Departure station

Salford Crescent

Arrival station

Gloucester

Journey time

From 2h 55m

Distance

112 miles (180 km)

Frequency

25 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Salford Crescent to Gloucester in 2 hours 55 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Salford Crescent to Gloucester? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 4 hours 38 minutes to travel the 112 miles (180 km) from Salford Crescent to Gloucester by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 55 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 25 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to Gloucester. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Salford Crescent to Gloucester in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Gloucester by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Salford Crescent to Gloucester

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

How do I travel from Salford Crescent to Gloucester?

You can get from Salford Crescent to Gloucester by train in 4 hours and 38 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 2 hours and 55 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Salford Crescent to Gloucester take?

The average journey time by train between Salford Crescent and Gloucester is 4 hours and 38 minutes, with around 25 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Salford Crescent and Gloucester by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Salford Crescent to Gloucester is 2 hours and 55 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Salford Crescent to Gloucester?

No, there are no direct train services from Salford Crescent to Gloucester. Travelling from Salford Crescent to Gloucester by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

Cheap train tickets from Salford Crescent to Gloucester

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Salford Crescent to Gloucester is right for you.

Use your Railcard

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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