How to get from Gloucester to Paddington
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We compared the ways to travel from Gloucester to Paddington. The most useful door-to-door route takes 22h 39m by bus, train, 3 transfers. The two cities are about 147 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 6, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
147 km
Gloucester to Paddington: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Gloucester → London Green Line Coachbus
FlixBus·3h 15m - 2London Green Line Coach → LondonbusCity transit·10m
- 3London → FarringdontrainElizabeth line·3m
- 4Farringdon → PaddingtontrainSoutheastern·8m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
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Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusGloucester-London Green Line CoachBook →City transitLondon Green Line Coach-LondonBook →Elizabeth lineLondon-FarringdonBook →SoutheasternFarringdon-PaddingtonBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, City transit, Elizabeth line, Southeastern; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Gloucester to Paddington works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Gloucester to London Green Line Coach, about 3h 15m. Transfer in London Green Line Coach and continue by City transit bus on to London (10 min). Transfer in London and continue by Elizabeth line train on to Farringdon (3 min). Transfer in Farringdon and continue by Southeastern train on to Paddington (8 min). In total it's roughly €40 over 22h 39m, 3 transfers.
Gloucester to Paddington: common questions
How long does it take to get from Gloucester to Paddington?
The most useful route takes about 22h 39m by bus, train, 3 transfers.
How far is Paddington from Gloucester?
About 147 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Gloucester to Paddington cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €40. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Gloucester to Paddington?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, City transit, Elizabeth line, Southeastern.
What is the cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Paddington?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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