The average train between Gloucester and Ashford takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Gloucester to Ashford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Gloucester and Ashford. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gloucester is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Ashford at 12:18 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Gloucester to Ashford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Ashford. However, there are services departing from Gloucester station and arriving at Ashford station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Gloucester to Ashford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gloucester station.
Gloucester to Ashford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Gloucester to Ashford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and Southeastern.
The distance between Gloucester and Ashford is 230 km. The road distance is 277 km.
You can take a train from Gloucester to Ashford International via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 51m.