Day trip from Cardiff to Gloucester
Gloucester lies 78 km (48 mi) north-east of Cardiff, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 78 km (48 mi) apart, Gloucester is a realistic day trip from Cardiff: about 1 h 16 min each way by road.
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| Cardiff | Gloucester | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 372,089 | 132,416 |
| Elevation | 17 m (56 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | CF10–CF24 | GL1 |
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Staying in Gloucester
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Common questions
How far is Gloucester from Cardiff?
78 km (48 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Cardiff; by road roughly 95 km (59 mi).
How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Gloucester by road?
About 1 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cardiff and Gloucester?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.