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How to get to Gloucester by bus
- Routes
- 4
- Trips per day
- 69
- bus lines
- 1
- Stations
- 2
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About Gloucester
Gloucester is a delightfully lively city in the heart of England. The city is surrounded by the rural and verdant Cotswolds but offers excitement as one of the area's bigger cities.
A visit to Gloucester must include stopping by the 11th century Gloucester Cathedral to marvel at the Romanesque architecture and even visit the tomb of King Edward II. Several museums dot the city's downtown, including the National Waterways Museum Gloucester and the Museum of Gloucester.
To breathe in the fresh air, head to the Robinswood Hill Country Park, Rococo Garden, and the Barnwood Arboretum. You can paddleboard or kayak at the Gloucester Docks or watch a game at the Gloucester Rugby sports grounds.
Gloucester is a stop along the Great Western Railway, which connects to the United Kingdom's rail network. National Express and Sindbad operate bus service to and from Gloucester for affordable travel from cities including London. International travelers can reach the city via the nearby Gloucestershire airport.
Station Information
The Gloucester Transport Hub is a bus station along Station Road, opposite the Gloucester Train Station on Bruton Way. Located in the center of Gloucester, the station is only a short walk from shopping, museums, restaurants, and the famous Gloucester Cathedral. The spacious waiting area inside the modern station building includes ample seating, toilets, and a help desk. Buses from operators including National Express and Megabus depart from Gloucester Transport Hub to destinations like London, Birmingham, and Bristol.
Popular bus stations in Gloucester:
- Transport Hub
- Cheltenham Rd
What bus companies travel to Gloucester, United Kingdom?
Located in Gloucestershire, Gloucester is accessible by bus from 4 other cities. You can choose from 69 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Gloucester on Wanderu. National Express usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Gloucester are also available.
Bus companies serving Gloucester
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 15 | 4 hr, 14 min | $49.11 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
$11.16 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Gloucester, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Gloucester. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Gloucester was $13.44.
Cheapest Price
$11.16
The most popular bus stations in Gloucester are Transport Hub and Cheltenham Rd. Transport Hub is the busiest, with the most bus arrivals.
The closest airport to Gloucester is Bristol Filton Airport (FZO), located 28.2 miles from the city center of Gloucester.
The population of Gloucester is 150,053. It is the largest city in Gloucestershire. It ranks number 48 by population in the country.
A short bus trip to Gloucester, under 60 miles, can cost as little as $11.16. A 60 to 200 mile bus trip to Gloucester starts at $19.03. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as $11.16.
Traveling by bus is very popular with those going to visit their friends in Gloucester. With good deals available and the ability to plan last minute, a bus ticket to Gloucester is the best way to get some face time with your friends, and with great bus locations in Gloucester you’ll arrive near the action ready to hit the town.
The closest bus station to the city center of Gloucester is Transport Hub, located just 0.1 miles away. Select Transport Hub as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Gloucester. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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