Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Gloucester to Birmingham on 29 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	07:45	Gloucester	1h	08:45	Birmingham New Street
Train	08:48	Gloucester	57m	09:45	Birmingham New Street
Train	15:49	Gloucester	56m	16:45	Birmingham New Street
Train	16:45	Gloucester	1h	17:45	Birmingham New Street
Train	17:49	Gloucester	56m	18:45	Birmingham New Street

Compare 2 ways to travel from Gloucester to Birmingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 56 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

56mAverage duration

72 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average pricePLN 33 - PLN 100	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average pricePLN 35 - PLN 199	Average duration56m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.3/547 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.0

Wi‑Fi3.5

Based on 47 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at PLN 35

GB train companies: FlixTrain, RegioJet, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gloucester to Birmingham by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Gloucester to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Gloucester to Birmingham start from PLN 35. The average price for this train route is around PLN 126. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gloucester to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Gloucester to Birmingham is 56m, covering a distance of 72 km. The fastest train gets you there in 47m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Gloucester to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gloucester to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Gloucester to Birmingham departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 21:43.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

27/07

PLN 80

28/07

PLN 80

Today

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30/07

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31/07

PLN 68

01/08

PLN 79

02/08

PLN 162

03/08

PLN 51

The cheapest trip from Gloucester to Birmingham was searched and found on 3 Aug 2026 with a price of PLN 51

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gloucester to Birmingham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PLN 51 to PLN 187 for a train ticket from Gloucester to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 51, which is on 2026-08-03.