The average train between Gloucester and Shipley takes 4h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Gloucester to Shipley. 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 Shipley. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gloucester is at 7:49 PM which arrives into Shipley at 8:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 4h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 31m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Gloucester to Shipley? 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 Shipley. However, there are services departing from Gloucester station and arriving at Shipley station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.
Gloucester to Shipley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Gloucester to Shipley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Gloucester to Shipley train tickets online with Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited and 3 other operators.
The distance between Gloucester and Shipley is 221.1 km. The road distance is 281 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 2h 50m.