How much is the train ticket from Cheltenham to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Cheltenham to London start at $48. The average price for this train route is around $88. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Cheltenham to London?

The average train trip from Cheltenham to London takes 1h 58m and covers 140 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 52m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Cheltenham to London route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Cheltenham to London departs at 7:55am. The latest train departs at 10:16pm.

Train Cheltenham to London from $46

Next train departures

Next departures for Cheltenham to London on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:57am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 10m	10:07am	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	4:03pm	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	5:59pm	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:57am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 10m	10:07am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	3:03pm	Cheltenham Spa	2h 4m	5:07pm	London Paddington	No tags
Train	3:03pm	Cheltenham Spa	2h 4m	5:07pm	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Cheltenham to London on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:47am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 21m	1:08pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	3:00pm	Cheltenham Spa	2h 8m	5:08pm	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	9:28am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 10m	11:38am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	9:28am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 10m	11:38am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	10:47am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 21m	1:08pm	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Cheltenham to London on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:03pm	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	4:59pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	9:03am	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	10:59am	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 4m	9:59am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:55am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 4m	9:59am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	9:03am	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	10:59am	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Cheltenham to London on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:03pm	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	4:59pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	9:03am	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	10:59am	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 4m	9:59am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:55am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 4m	9:59am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	9:03am	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	10:59am	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Cheltenham to London on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:03pm	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	4:59pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	9:03am	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	10:59am	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 4m	9:59am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:55am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 4m	9:59am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	9:03am	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	10:59am	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Cheltenham to London on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:03pm	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	4:59pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	9:03am	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	10:59am	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 4m	9:59am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:55am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 4m	9:59am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	9:03am	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	10:59am	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Cheltenham to London on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:03pm	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	4:59pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	9:03am	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	10:59am	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 4m	9:59am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:55am	Cheltenham Spa	2h 4m	9:59am	London Paddington	No tags
Train	9:03am	Cheltenham Spa	1h 56m	10:59am	London Paddington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:48 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Cheltenham to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

142 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$5 - $108	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$48 - $381	Average Duration1h 58m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $20	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $48

Great Western Railway Cheltenham London recent customer reviews

Poor service

Alex V.

February 19, 2022

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cheltenham to London 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 Cheltenham to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Cheltenham to London start at $48. The average price for this train route is around $88. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cheltenham to London?
The average train trip from Cheltenham to London takes 1h 58m and covers 140 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 52m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Cheltenham to London route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cheltenham to London?
The earliest train from Cheltenham to London departs at 7:55am. The latest train departs at 10:16pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-26

$84

11-27

$84

Today

$85

11-29

$85

11-30

$83

12-01

$83

12-02

$83

12-03

$83

The cheapest trip from Cheltenham to London was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $83

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

You can expect to pay from $83 to $360 for a train ticket from Cheltenham to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $83 which is on 2025-11-30.