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

The average train ticket price from Bristol to Cheltenham is $19. The best way to find train tickets from Bristol 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 Bristol to Cheltenham?

A train trip between Bristol and Cheltenham is around 37m, although the fastest train will take about 28m. This is the time it takes to travel the 38 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Bristol and Cheltenham?

The number of trains from Bristol to Cheltenham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 24. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Bristol to Cheltenham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Bristol to Cheltenham?

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

Train Bristol to Cheltenham from $6

Next train departures

Next departures for Bristol to Cheltenham on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:50pm	Bristol Parkway	57m	4:47pm	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	3:42pm	Bristol Parkway	28m	4:10pm	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	3:09pm	Bristol Parkway	29m	3:38pm	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	3:50pm	Bristol Parkway	57m	4:47pm	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	3:09pm	Bristol Parkway	29m	3:38pm	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Cheltenham on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:50am	Bristol Parkway	59m	10:49am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	10:40am	Bristol Parkway	28m	11:08am	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	9:24am	Bristol Parkway	46m	10:10am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	9:50am	Bristol Parkway	59m	10:49am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	9:24am	Bristol Parkway	46m	10:10am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Cheltenham on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:51am	Bristol Parkway	54m	9:45am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	28m	8:10am	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	29m	7:38am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	8:51am	Bristol Parkway	54m	9:45am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	29m	7:38am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Cheltenham on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:51am	Bristol Parkway	54m	9:45am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	28m	8:10am	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	29m	7:38am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	8:51am	Bristol Parkway	54m	9:45am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	29m	7:38am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Cheltenham on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:51am	Bristol Parkway	54m	9:45am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	28m	8:10am	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	29m	7:38am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	8:51am	Bristol Parkway	54m	9:45am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	29m	7:38am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Cheltenham on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:51am	Bristol Parkway	54m	9:45am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	28m	8:10am	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	29m	7:38am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	8:51am	Bristol Parkway	54m	9:45am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	29m	7:38am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Cheltenham on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:51am	Bristol Parkway	54m	9:45am	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	28m	8:10am	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	29m	7:38am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	8:51am	Bristol Parkway	54m	9:45am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	29m	7:38am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Cheltenham on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:42pm	Bristol Parkway	28m	5:10pm	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	7:42am	Bristol Parkway	28m	8:10am	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	29m	7:38am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	7:55am	Bristol Parkway	52m	8:47am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	7:09am	Bristol Parkway	29m	7:38am	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Bristol to Cheltenham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 37 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24train per day

37mAverage Duration

33 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $19	Average Duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $41	Average Duration37m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $7	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bristol to Cheltenham by train

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How many daily trains are there between Bristol and Cheltenham?
Which train companies travel from Bristol to Cheltenham?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/20

$17

11/21

$10

Today

$15

11/23

$15

11/24

$16

11/25

$17

11/26

$16

11/27

$16

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Cheltenham was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $10

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

You can expect to pay from $10 to $39 for a train ticket from Bristol to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-11-23.