How much does a train ticket from London to Cheltenham cost?

The average train ticket price from London to Cheltenham is $71. The best way to find train tickets from London to Cheltenham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from London to Cheltenham?

A train trip between London and Cheltenham is around 1h 59m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 88 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between London and Cheltenham?

The number of trains from London to Cheltenham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from London to Cheltenham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from London to Cheltenham?

When taking the train from London to Cheltenham, you can travel comfortably and safely with Great Western Railway.

Train London to Cheltenham from $31

Next departures

Next departures for London to Cheltenham on August 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		4:33pm	London Paddington	2h 25m	6:58pm	Cheltenham Spa	CheapestFastest
		4:33pm	London Paddington	2h 25m	6:58pm	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for London to Cheltenham on August 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		5:32pm	London Paddington	2h 12m	7:44pm	Cheltenham Spa	CheapestFastest
		5:32pm	London Paddington	2h 12m	7:44pm	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for London to Cheltenham on August 31
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:47am	London Paddington	2h 36m	10:23am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
3:23pm	London Paddington	2h 5m	5:28pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
7:47am	London Paddington	2h 36m	10:23am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
8:59am	London Paddington	2h 17m	11:16am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
8:59am	London Paddington	2h 17m	11:16am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for London to Cheltenham on September 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:30am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
4:33pm	London Paddington	1h 58m	6:31pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
7:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:30am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
8:32am	London Paddington	1h 59m	10:31am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
8:32am	London Paddington	1h 59m	10:31am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for London to Cheltenham on September 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:32pm	London Paddington	1h 59m	5:31pm	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
4:33pm	London Paddington	1h 58m	6:31pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
7:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:30am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
7:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:30am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
8:32am	London Paddington	1h 59m	10:31am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for London to Cheltenham on September 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:32pm	London Paddington	1h 59m	5:31pm	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
4:33pm	London Paddington	1h 58m	6:31pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
7:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:30am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
7:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:30am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
8:32am	London Paddington	1h 59m	10:31am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for London to Cheltenham on September 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:32pm	London Paddington	1h 59m	5:31pm	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
4:33pm	London Paddington	1h 58m	6:31pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
7:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:30am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
7:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:30am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
8:32am	London Paddington	1h 59m	10:31am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for London to Cheltenham on September 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:30am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
4:33pm	London Paddington	1h 58m	6:31pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
7:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:30am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
8:32am	London Paddington	1h 59m	10:31am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
8:32am	London Paddington	1h 59m	10:31am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Cheltenham.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$7 - $67	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$33 - $269	Average Duration1h 59m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$21 - $21	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from London to Cheltenham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest ticket

6kgCO₂ emissions

Train London to Cheltenham: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$71

Average train trip duration1h 59m

Number of daily trains4

Earliest train departure7:31am

Distance87 miles (139 km)

Latest train departure10:28pm

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/541 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4.5

Based on 41 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the value for money. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $33

National Express London Cheltenham recent customer reviews

Keith the driver was lovely. Left on time Coach clean. Toilet clean. Smooth journey. Arrived at expected time. Good price. Easy to book.

Mary R.

December 15, 2024

Ok gping. But on the way back it was hot and poor ventilation. A young boy had a sezuire which I helped with

Faye C.

July 11, 2024

Great driver, very accommodating, we struggled to get out of central London (as did everyone) but once on the open road first class.

Martin B.

November 15, 2023

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway

London to Cheltenham Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08/27

$59

08/28

$92

Today

$92

08/30

$66

08/31

$59

09/01

$80

09/02

$80

09/03

$80

The cheapest trip from London to Cheltenham was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of $59

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

You can expect to pay from $59 to $285 for a train ticket from London to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $59 which is on 2025-08-31.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from London to Cheltenham is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Cheltenham, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between London and Cheltenham, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from London to Cheltenham.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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