The average train between Plymouth and Gloucester takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth to Gloucester. 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 Plymouth and Gloucester. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Gloucester at 11:33 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Gloucester station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.
Plymouth to Gloucester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Gloucester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Gloucester station.
Book your Plymouth to Gloucester train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Plymouth and Gloucester is 212.6 km. The road distance is 267 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Gloucester via Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 12m.