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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Gloucester | Plymouth | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Gloucester | Plymouth | Fastest |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 7 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 254, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gloucester to Plymouth by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Gloucester to Plymouth?
The cheapest train tickets from Gloucester to Plymouth start from R 490. The average price for this train route is around R 2 514. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gloucester to Plymouth?
The average train journey time from Gloucester to Plymouth is 2h 44m, covering a distance of 213 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 44m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Gloucester to Plymouth route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gloucester to Plymouth?
The earliest train from Gloucester to Plymouth departs at 19:07. And the latest train departs at 19:07.
Which is the best train operator from Gloucester to Plymouth?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gloucester to Plymouth?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Gloucester to Plymouth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Gloucester to Plymouth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gloucester to Plymouth was searched and found on 16 Jan 2026 with a price of R 600To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gloucester to Plymouth as early as possible.
