The average train between Gloucester and Trafford takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Gloucester to Trafford. 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 Trafford. The earliest departure is at 6:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gloucester is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Trafford at 7:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 7m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Gloucester to Trafford? 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 Trafford. However, there are services departing from Gloucester station and arriving at Trafford station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Gloucester to Trafford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.
Gloucester to Trafford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Gloucester and Trafford is 178.5 km. The road distance is 221 km.
You can take a train from Gloucester to Parkway via Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, and St Peter's Square in around 3h 24m.