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

The cheapest train tickets from Gloucester to Cheltenham start from MAD 63. The average price for this train route is around MAD 95. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Gloucester to Cheltenham?

The average train journey time from Gloucester to Cheltenham is 9m, covering a distance of 7 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 8m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Gloucester to Cheltenham route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway , Transport for Wales , CrossCountry .

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

The earliest train from Gloucester to Cheltenham departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 21:25.

Which is the best train operator from Gloucester 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 47 reviews.

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

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

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Gloucester 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 Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Cheltenham from MAD 57

Next train departures

Next departures from Gloucester to Cheltenham on 2 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:16	Gloucester	12m	07:28	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	07:06	Gloucester	8m	07:14	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	07:36	Gloucester	10m	07:46	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	07:45	Gloucester	9m	07:54	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	08:15	Gloucester	11m	08:26	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures from Gloucester to Cheltenham on 3 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:43	Gloucester	11m	09:54	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	10:02	Gloucester	8m	10:10	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	10:02	Gloucester	8m	10:10	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	10:14	Gloucester	9m	10:23	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	11:37	Gloucester	9m	11:46	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures from Gloucester to Cheltenham on 4 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:16	Gloucester	13m	07:29	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	07:25	Gloucester	8m	07:33	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	07:08	Gloucester	9m	07:17	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	07:12	Gloucester	10m	07:22	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	08:16	Gloucester	11m	08:27	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures from Gloucester to Cheltenham on 5 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:16	Gloucester	13m	07:29	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	07:25	Gloucester	8m	07:33	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	07:08	Gloucester	9m	07:17	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	07:12	Gloucester	10m	07:22	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	08:16	Gloucester	11m	08:27	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 13:35 BST.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 9 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

9mAverage duration

7 milesDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceMAD 45 - MAD 50	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceMAD 63 - MAD 198	Average duration9m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4.0/542 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi4.0

Transport for Wales

3.5/58 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi5.0

CrossCountry

4.3/547 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.0

Wi‑Fi3.5

GB train companies: RegioJet, CrossCountry, FlixTrain, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gloucester to Cheltenham 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 Gloucester to Cheltenham?
The cheapest train tickets from Gloucester to Cheltenham start from MAD 63. The average price for this train route is around MAD 95. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gloucester to Cheltenham?
The average train journey time from Gloucester to Cheltenham is 9m, covering a distance of 7 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 8m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Gloucester to Cheltenham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gloucester to Cheltenham?
The earliest train from Gloucester to Cheltenham departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 21:25.
Which is the best train operator from Gloucester 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 47 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gloucester to Cheltenham?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Gloucester 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 Gloucester 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.

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The cheapest trip from Gloucester to Cheltenham was searched and found on 2 May 2026 with a price of MAD 57

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 57 to MAD 185 for a train ticket from Gloucester to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 57, which is on 2026-05-03.

Usually Great Western Railway 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.