Gloucester to Birmingham

Travelling between Gloucester and Birmingham is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 307.86 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 18.58.

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 3 hours to travel between Gloucester and Birmingham depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Gloucester and Birmingham. Train will bring you to your destination in 56m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 2h 50m to reach Birmingham.

Travelling between Gloucester and Birmingham can be as cheap as USD 18.58 if you opt for a CrossCountry train and as expensive as USD 307.86 if you buy a Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

• 10 from Gloucester to Birmingham starting from 08:49 Gloucester until 16:45 Gloucester
• 2 from Gloucester to Birmingham starting from 07:55 Gloucester Bus Station until 10:10 Gloucester Bus Station
• 3 from Gloucester to Birmingham starting from 00:00 Gloucester Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Gloucester Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Gloucester to Birmingham.

Bus

Travelling from Gloucester to Birmingham overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Gloucester and Birmingham

National Express

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Gloucester and Birmingham

Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

• 100% took a train