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Gloucester to Appleby by train

First train

09:49

Last train

12:49

Departure station

Gloucester

Arrival station

Appleby

Journey time

From 5h 17m

Distance

188 miles (302 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast

About the train journey from Gloucester to Appleby

Want to travel from Gloucester to Appleby by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Gloucester to Appleby usually takes 6 hours 12 minutes on average to travel 188 miles (302 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 17 minutes. You can expect to find 0 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Appleby, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or CrossCountry, as these are the main train operators on this route.

You can save money on train tickets from Gloucester to Appleby if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.

If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Gloucester to Appleby? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Gloucester and Appleby by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Gloucester to Appleby is 5 hours and 17 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Gloucester to Appleby?

No, there are no direct train services from Gloucester to Appleby. Travelling from Gloucester to Appleby by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Gloucester to Appleby leave?

The first train from Gloucester to Appleby leaves at 09:49. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Gloucester to Appleby leave?

The last train from Gloucester to Appleby leaves at 12:49. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Gloucester and Appleby by train?

Trains travelling from Gloucester to Appleby cover a distance of around 188 miles (302 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Gloucester to Appleby

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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