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Gloucester to Rugby train prices and times

Planning a journey from Gloucester to Rugby? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £22.90, with average prices for this route around £24.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
15:49 Gloucester	17:45 Rugby	1h 56m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
16:20 Gloucester	18:14 Rugby	1h 54m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
16:49 Gloucester	18:45 Rugby	1h 56m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
17:49 Gloucester	19:45 Rugby	1h 56m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
18:21 Gloucester	20:14 Rugby	1h 53m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
18:49 Gloucester	20:45 Paris	1h 56m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets View More Trains

Gloucester to Rugby train route details

First train

10:02

Last train

22:25

Departure station

Gloucester

Arrival station

Rugby

Journey time

1h 45m

Distance

56 miles

Price

£22.90*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Gloucester to Rugby

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Gloucester to Rugby can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Gloucester to Rugby, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Gloucester to Rugby ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Gloucester to Rugby more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gloucester to Rugby train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Gloucester to Rugby from £22.90*

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Gloucester to Rugby train prices and times

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