How much is the train ticket from London to Cheltenham?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Cheltenham start at $47. The average price for this train route is around $116. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from London to Cheltenham?

The average train trip from London to Cheltenham takes 1h 59m and covers 140 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 34m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the London to Cheltenham route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from London to Cheltenham departs at 7:23am. The latest train departs at 10:30pm.

Train London to Cheltenham from $45

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Cheltenham on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:32pm	London Paddington	1h 59m	5:31pm	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	4:33pm	London Paddington	1h 58m	6:31pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	7:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:30am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	7:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:30am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	8:32am	London Paddington	1h 59m	10:31am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for London to Cheltenham on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:32pm	London Paddington	1h 59m	5:31pm	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	4:33pm	London Paddington	1h 58m	6:31pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	7:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:30am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	7:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:30am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	8:32am	London Paddington	1h 59m	10:31am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for London to Cheltenham on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:32am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:31am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	7:32am	London Paddington	1h 59m	9:31am	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	8:32am	London Paddington	1h 59m	10:31am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	8:32am	London Paddington	1h 59m	10:31am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	3:30pm	London Paddington	2h 1m	5:31pm	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for London to Cheltenham on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:53am	London Paddington	2h 30m	10:23am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	3:30pm	London Paddington	1h 58m	5:28pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	7:53am	London Paddington	2h 30m	10:23am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	9:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	11:30am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	9:31am	London Paddington	1h 59m	11:30am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

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

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

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:53 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Cheltenham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

142 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$5 - $89	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$47 - $385	Average Duration1h 59m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $25	Average Duration2h 30m	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 $47

Great Western Railway London Cheltenham recent customer reviews

A wonderful travel experience. The train very nice and clean, perfectly on time and the staff very friendly and helpful.

Erhard G.

May 25, 2023

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London 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 London to Cheltenham?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Cheltenham start at $47. The average price for this train route is around $116. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from London to Cheltenham?
The average train trip from London to Cheltenham takes 1h 59m and covers 140 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 34m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Cheltenham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Cheltenham?
The earliest train from London to Cheltenham departs at 7:23am. The latest train departs at 10:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-25

$84

11-26

$114

Today

$114

11-28

$114

11-29

$72

11-30

$82

12-01

No data

12-02

$111

The cheapest trip from London to Cheltenham was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $72

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 $72 to $357 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 $72 which is on 2025-11-29.