How to get from Swansea to Gloucester

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What is the best way to travel from Swansea to Gloucester?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Gloucester from Swansea. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 0m
£9
£16
2
Train
2h 6m
£36
£42
12

What is the cheapest way to reach Gloucester from Swansea?

You can reach Gloucester with just £9 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
from £12
Tuesday
from £9
Wednesday
from £36
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from £11

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    12:25
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    18:35
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    12:35
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    18:35
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    12:25
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    18:35
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    12:35
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    18:35
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Transport for Wales
    3h 58m
    0
    06:18
    Swansea
    Clarbeston Road Train Station
    10:16
    Gloucester
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £36
  • Transport for Wales
    3h 52m
    0
    09:24
    Swansea
    Clarbeston Road Train Station
    13:16
    Gloucester
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £36
  • Transport for Wales
    3h 52m
    0
    07:23
    Swansea
    Clarbeston Road Train Station
    11:15
    Gloucester
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £40
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 23m
    0
    03:38
    Swansea
    Central Station
    07:01
    Gloucester
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £48
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 6m
    0
    04:59
    Swansea
    Central Station
    07:05
    Gloucester
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £48

    • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Transport for Wales
    6h 4m
    0
    00:57
    Swansea
    Llansamlet Train Station
    07:01
    Gloucester
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    £48

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    4h 10m
    0
    14:25
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    18:35
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • FlixBus
    4h 0m
    0
    14:35
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    18:35
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12

What are the fastest trips from Swansea to Gloucester?

You can get to Gloucester from Swansea in just 2h 6m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR). But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
from 6h 0m
Tuesday
from 6h 0m
Wednesday
from 2h 6m
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from 4h 0m

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    12:35
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    18:35
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    12:25
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    18:35
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    12:35
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    18:35
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    12:25
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    18:35
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 6m
    0
    04:59
    Swansea
    Central Station
    07:05
    Gloucester
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £48
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 23m
    0
    03:38
    Swansea
    Central Station
    07:01
    Gloucester
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £48
  • Transport for Wales
    3h 52m
    0
    09:24
    Swansea
    Clarbeston Road Train Station
    13:16
    Gloucester
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £36
  • Transport for Wales
    3h 52m
    0
    07:23
    Swansea
    Clarbeston Road Train Station
    11:15
    Gloucester
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £40
  • Transport for Wales
    3h 58m
    0
    06:18
    Swansea
    Clarbeston Road Train Station
    10:16
    Gloucester
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £36

    • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Transport for Wales
    6h 4m
    0
    00:57
    Swansea
    Llansamlet Train Station
    07:01
    Gloucester
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    £48

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    4h 0m
    0
    14:35
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    18:35
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    4h 10m
    0
    14:25
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    18:35
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Swansea to Gloucester

What are the most popular stations in Swansea and Gloucester?

In Swansea, you will usually depart from University Bay Campus, City Bus Station or Quadrant Bus Station, while in Gloucester you will be arriving at Transport Hub, Longlevens or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Gloucester from Swansea? With 3 connections between 3 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Swansea and Gloucester, you can pay as low as £9 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Great Western Railway (GWR): you will get to Gloucester in just 2h 6m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Swansea and Gloucester are FlixBus, Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR), but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Swansea and Gloucester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Skewen or to Gloucestershire Airport, and look at flights from Swansea Airport, and landing at Gloucestershire Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Swansea to Gloucester?

The most popular companies between Swansea and Gloucester, are FlixBus, Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and Transport for Wales

Train companies: Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR)

All you need to know when you travel from Swansea to Gloucester

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Swansea to Gloucester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Swansea to Gloucester

How can I reach Gloucester from Swansea?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Gloucester from Swansea.

How far is Gloucester from Swansea?

The distance between Swansea and Gloucester is 120.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Swansea and Gloucester?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 20 kgs, and a flight 30 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Swansea to Gloucester?

You can get to Gloucester with just £9 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Gloucester?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Gloucester in just 2h 6m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).

More routes to Swansea and to Gloucester

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Swansea and to Gloucester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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