What is the cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Essex?

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Essex is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Essex is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Essex. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Essex. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Essex?

The distance between Gloucester and Essex is 160 miles. The road distance is 144.5 miles.

How do I travel from Gloucester to Essex without a car?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Essex without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 44m and costs £75 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Gloucester to Essex?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Gloucester to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Essex bus from?

Gloucester to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Essex train from?

Gloucester to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gloucester station.

Train or bus from Gloucester to Essex?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Essex is to train via London which takes 3h 44m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Gloucester to Essex bus arrive?

Gloucester to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Gloucester to Essex train arrive?

Gloucester to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Essex is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Gloucester to Essex.

How do I get a train ticket from Gloucester to Essex?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
3h 44m
£75–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
6h 18m
£34–79
Drive 143.7 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Essexcar 143.7 mi
2h 57m
£35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Stansted Airporttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport / ...
5h 44m
£121–169

Gloucester to Essex by train

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Distance: 159.4 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Gloucester, England and Essex, England?

You can take a train from Gloucester to White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Transport Hub to Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 6h 18m.

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