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Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs) by train

First train

04:40

Last train

23:12

Departure station

Ashford (Surrey)

Arrival station

Stroud (Gloucs)

Journey time

From 2h 10m

Distance

78 miles (126 km)

Frequency

17 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to travel from Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs) by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs)? Look no further.

You'll usually find 17 trains per day running between Ashford (Surrey) and Stroud (Gloucs), which usually take 3 hours 13 minutes to complete the 78 miles (126 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Stroud (Gloucs) by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both Great Western Railway and South Western Railway trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs) if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Stroud (Gloucs)? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs) take?

The average journey time by train between Ashford (Surrey) and Stroud (Gloucs) is 3 hours and 13 minutes, with around 17 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Ashford (Surrey) and Stroud (Gloucs) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs) is 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs)?

No, there are no direct train services from Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs). Travelling from Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs) by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs) leave?

The first train from Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs) leaves at 04:40. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs) leave?

The last train from Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs) leaves at 23:12. 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 Ashford (Surrey) and Stroud (Gloucs) by train?

Trains travelling from Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs) cover a distance of around 78 miles (126 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Ashford (Surrey) to Stroud (Gloucs)

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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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