Getting to Gloucester

Travel to Gloucester by Car

Gloucester is situated on the M5, junction 11 from the north and junction 12 from the south.  

Gloucester has plenty of car parking and all Gloucester City Council car parks are free after 7pm, St Michaels Sq, Hampden Way and Station are free after 4pm.

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Off road car parks in Gloucester

Car Hire for your trip to Gloucester

 

Arriving in Gloucester by Coach

National Express and Mega Bus services run to and from Gloucester Bus Station. 

Gloucester Travel by Train

Gloucester Railway Station is just a short walk from the City Centre and is served by frequent services to London, Birmingham and Wales. 

Travel to Gloucester by Air

Gloucester is just 1 hour from both Birmingham International Airport and Bristol Airport.  These two airports have a wide range of UK and international flights.  Locally you can fly with Manx2 airlines at Gloucestershire Airport with flights travelling to and from the isle of Man, Belfast and Jersey.

Upon Arrival in Gloucester

Although there are several large car parks in the City we recommend you use Gloucester’s excellent Park and Ride service, which offers a route from the North or South of the City, follow the signs on arrival.

Buses

There is an extensive bus network throughout Gloucester, plus regular buses to the Cotswolds, Cheltenham, Forest of Dean and Oxford. 

Taxis

Taxi ranks can be found outside the railway and bus stations, on Market Parade and Eastgate Street.