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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Manchester
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
$83
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
180 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Manchester will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $83.
Fast trains
To travel from Gloucester to Manchester you need to make at least one change.
C23452 · C2342004:45PM2h44
Gloucester station (GCR)07:29PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$831One-way
1 change
C23439 · C2341002:49PM2h40
Gloucester station (GCR)05:29PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$911One-way
1 change
C23498 · C2340401:49PM2h40
Gloucester station (GCR)04:29PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1001One-way
1 change
C23495 · C2341603:49PM2h40
Gloucester station (GCR)06:29PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1001One-way
1 change
C23484 · C2337608:48AM2h41
Gloucester station (GCR)11:29AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1001One-way
1 change
P08413+C2337408:24AM2h35
Gloucester station (GCR)10:59AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1261One-way
1 change
P08416+C2338911:22AM2h37
Gloucester station (GCR)01:59PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1101One-way
1 change
P08418+C2340101:22PM2h37
Gloucester station (GCR)03:59PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1101One-way
1 change
P08421+C2341804:22PM2h37
Gloucester station (GCR)06:59PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1251One-way
1 change
P08419+C2340702:22PM2h37
Gloucester station (GCR)04:59PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$1251One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 180 km
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Live departures
Gloucester to Manchester train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, 5 November
Last updated at 10:14 pm
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P08413+C23374 | On time 8:24 am Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h35 | 10:59 am Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| C23484 · C23376 | On time 8:48 am Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h41 | 11:29 am Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| P08414+C23378 | On time 9:22 am Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h37 | 11:59 am Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| C23366 · C23380 | On time 9:48 am Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h41 | 12:29 pm Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| P08415+C23384 | On time 10:22 am Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h37 | 12:59 pm Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| C23399_C23661 · C23387 | On time 10:49 am Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h40 | 1:29 pm Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| P08416+C23389 | On time 11:22 am Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h37 | 1:59 pm Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| C23489 · C23392 | On time 11:49 am Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h40 | 2:29 pm Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| P08417+C23394 | On time 12:22 pm Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h37 | 2:59 pm Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| C23429 · C23397 | On time 12:45 pm Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h44 | 3:29 pm Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| P08418+C23401 | On time 1:22 pm Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h37 | 3:59 pm Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| C23498 · C23404 | On time 1:49 pm Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h40 | 4:29 pm Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| P08419+C23407 | On time 2:22 pm Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h37 | 4:59 pm Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| C23439 · C23410 | On time 2:49 pm Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h40 | 5:29 pm Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| P08420+C23413 | On time 3:22 pm Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h37 | 5:59 pm Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| C23495 · C23416 | On time 3:49 pm Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h40 | 6:29 pm Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| P08421+C23418 | On time 4:22 pm Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h37 | 6:59 pm Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| C23452 · C23420 | On time 4:45 pm Gloucester station (GCR) | 2h44 | 7:29 pm Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gloucester to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 but you can travel from only $14 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $14
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 03:45 |
Last train 22:26 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $14
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, first_great_western from Gloucester to Manchester trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Gloucester and Manchester from $14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
$32
CrossCountry frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 23m
Cheapest Price
$112
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 24m
Cheapest Price
$76
Transport for Wales frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
$201
Cross Country frequency
14 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 34m
Cheapest Price
$207
first_great_western frequency
11 a day
FAQs: Gloucester to Manchester train
FAQs: Travel by train from Gloucester to Manchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gloucester to Manchester.
Cheap train tickets from Gloucester to Manchester can start from as little as $42 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gloucester to Manchester is $95; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Gloucester to Manchester is 2 h 29 min to travel the 179 km long route, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Gloucester to Manchester leaves at 3: 45am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Gloucester to Manchester leaves at 10: 03pm.
There are 6 trains a day from Gloucester to Manchester which require at least one change with CrossCountry or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Gloucester to Manchester, you can count on CrossCountry or first_great_western for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Manchester from Gloucester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Manchester from Gloucester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 29 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Gloucester to Manchester is February.
You have options as you can travel to Manchester from Gloucester 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Manchester
Gloucester
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Gloucester is Gloucester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gloucester for your trip from Gloucester to Manchester.
Gloucester
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Gloucester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Ashburys. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ashburys for your journey to Manchester from Gloucester.
Ashburys
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Dining
- Cabral's Restaurant Brazilian Street Food and Grocery Store
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station , To Manchester : up 47 steps onto the platform. To Glossop/Sheffield : up 47 steps onto the Manchester platform, turn right and up 31 steps, across the footbridge (15 paces) and down 31 steps onto the platform
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Ashburys
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Pottery Lane (A6010) under railway bridge.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Deansgate
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Deansgate
- Onward travel information: Free Metro shuttle bus link from station front serving Manchester City centre including Victoria Station On both sides of Whitworth Street, Deansgate and Chester Road for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham or Sale. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Whitworth St.
- Metro: Metrolink G-Mex tram stop linked by footbridge from Manchester platform. 0161 228 7811
Manchester Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Manchester Oxford Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Manchester Victoria
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Address
Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WYTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Victoria
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
Manchester
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