Countryside & Villages · United Kingdom · £ GBP

Exploring the Cotswolds Without a Car: Train Gateways & Footpath Walks

How to visit the Cotswolds by GWR train from London Paddington via Moreton-in-Marsh and Kemble.

Use Moreton-in-Marsh as Your Rail Hub

Direct Great Western Railway (GWR) trains from London Paddington via Oxford reach Moreton-in-Marsh in 90 minutes (£18–£32 Advance). From the station forecourt, the Pulhams 801 bus links Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold, while the easy 4-mile scenic footpath connects Bourton-on-the-Water to Lower and Upper Slaughter along the River Eye.

Frequently asked questions

What is the key takeaway from Exploring the Cotswolds Without a Car: Train Gateways & Footpath Walks?

How to reach Moreton-in-Marsh, Kemble, Bath, and Charlbury by GWR train and connect honey-stone villages on foot or local bus.

Official sources & further reading

Rules, prices and schedules change. Confirm details here before you travel: