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

The cheapest train tickets from Cheltenham to Manchester start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £97. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cheltenham to Manchester?

The average train journey time from Cheltenham to Manchester is 2h 19m, covering a distance of 110 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 18m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Cheltenham to Manchester route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Cheltenham to Manchester departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 21:12.

Train Cheltenham to Manchester from £23

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cheltenham to Manchester on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:59	Cheltenham Spa	2h 30m	11:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	15:40	Cheltenham Spa	2h 19m	17:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	15:59	Cheltenham Spa	2h 30m	18:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	16:40	Cheltenham Spa	2h 19m	18:59	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	16:55	Cheltenham Spa	2h 34m	19:29	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cheltenham to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

110 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £59	Average duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£24 - £225	Average duration2h 19m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £16	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £24

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cheltenham to Manchester by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Cheltenham to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Cheltenham to Manchester start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £97. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cheltenham to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Cheltenham to Manchester is 2h 19m, covering a distance of 110 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 18m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Cheltenham to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cheltenham to Manchester?
The earliest train from Cheltenham to Manchester departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 21:12.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

27/11

£26

28/11

£61

Today

£26

30/11

£23

01/12

No data

02/12

£26

03/12

No data

04/12

£26

The cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Manchester was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £23

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

You can expect to pay from £23 to £212 for a train ticket from Cheltenham to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £23, which is on 2025-11-30.