How much is the train ticket from Cardiff to Cheltenham?

The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Cheltenham start at $17. The average price for this train route is around $18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Cardiff to Cheltenham?

The average train trip from Cardiff to Cheltenham takes 1h 16m and covers 88 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 6m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Cheltenham route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Transport for Wales , CrossCountry , Great Western Railway .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Cheltenham?

The earliest train from Cardiff to Cheltenham departs at 7:10am. The latest train departs at 10:00pm.

What is the best train operator from Cardiff to Cheltenham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cardiff to Cheltenham?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cardiff to Cheltenham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cardiff to Cheltenham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Cardiff to Cheltenham from $17

Next train departures

Next departures for Cardiff to Cheltenham on February 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:45pm	Cardiff Central	1h 13m	7:58pm	Cheltenham Spa	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Cardiff to Cheltenham on February 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:23am	Cardiff Central	1h 31m	9:54am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	11:45am	Cardiff Central	1h 13m	12:58pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	8:50am	Cardiff Central	1h 52m	10:42am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	10:30am	Cardiff Central	1h 16m	11:46am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	3:45pm	Cardiff Central	1h 13m	4:58pm	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Cheltenham on February 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Cardiff Central	1h 16m	9:26am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	3:45pm	Cardiff Central	1h 9m	4:54pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Cardiff Central	1h 17m	8:27am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	7:45am	Cardiff Central	1h 11m	8:56am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	3:10pm	Cardiff Central	1h 17m	4:27pm	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Cheltenham on February 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Cardiff Central	1h 16m	9:26am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	3:45pm	Cardiff Central	1h 9m	4:54pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Cardiff Central	1h 17m	8:27am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	7:45am	Cardiff Central	1h 11m	8:56am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	3:10pm	Cardiff Central	1h 17m	4:27pm	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Cheltenham on February 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Cardiff Central	1h 16m	9:26am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	3:45pm	Cardiff Central	1h 9m	4:54pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Cardiff Central	1h 17m	8:27am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	7:45am	Cardiff Central	1h 11m	8:56am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	3:10pm	Cardiff Central	1h 17m	4:27pm	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Cheltenham on February 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Cardiff Central	1h 17m	8:27am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	3:45pm	Cardiff Central	1h 9m	4:54pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	7:45am	Cardiff Central	1h 11m	8:56am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	8:10am	Cardiff Central	1h 16m	9:26am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	3:10pm	Cardiff Central	1h 17m	4:27pm	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Cheltenham on February 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Cardiff Central	1h 17m	8:27am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	3:45pm	Cardiff Central	1h 9m	4:54pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	7:45am	Cardiff Central	1h 11m	8:56am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	8:10am	Cardiff Central	1h 16m	9:26am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	3:10pm	Cardiff Central	1h 17m	4:27pm	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Cheltenham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 35mAverage Duration

86 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $20	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $87	Average Duration1h 16m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $20	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train companies

Transport for Wales

3.5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi5

CrossCountry

4.5/546 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness3.9

Wi‑Fi3.9

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi4

GB train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Cheltenham by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Cardiff to Cheltenham?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Cheltenham start at $17. The average price for this train route is around $18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cardiff to Cheltenham?
The average train trip from Cardiff to Cheltenham takes 1h 16m and covers 88 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 6m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Cheltenham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Cheltenham?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Cheltenham departs at 7:10am. The latest train departs at 10:00pm.
What is the best train operator from Cardiff to Cheltenham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cardiff to Cheltenham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cardiff to Cheltenham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cardiff to Cheltenham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

02-05

$23

02-06

$17

Today

$26

02-08

$48

02-09

$20

02-10

$20

02-11

$20

02-12

$26

The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Cheltenham was searched and found on Feb 6, 2026 with a price of $17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cardiff to Cheltenham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $17 to $81 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2026-02-09.

Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.