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++++The cheapest and fastest trainsfrom Bath to CheltenhamShowing times and prices for Jul 15
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
1h 7m
Average duration
1h 19m
Trains per day
7
Distance
59 km
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Bath to Cheltenham train with CrossCountry
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bath to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $24.
Distance: 37 miles (61 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bath to Cheltenham:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bath to Cheltenham costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Cheltenham take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 49m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 10m by train vs 1h 14m by car). Tickets start at around $20 (€16) compared to roughly $17 (€14) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bath to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Cheltenham trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G15061+G00869_G01067 | On time 9:59 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h11 | 11:10 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
| G15220+G00872 | On time 12:31 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h07 | 1:38 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
| G14958+G01075 | On time 12:47 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h23 | 2:10 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
| G15521 · Y41800 | On time 1:11 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h34 | 2:45 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
| G14959+G00876 | On time 1:26 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h12 | 2:38 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
| G15069+G01080 | On time 1:59 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h11 | 3:10 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
| G15523 · G15221 | On time 2:10 PM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h37 | 3:47 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
| 6:57 AM Bath | 1h13 | 8:10 AM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:06 AM Bath | 1h39 | 8:45 AM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:06 AM Bath | 1h39 | 9:45 AM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Cheltenham
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Trains from Bath to Cheltenham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (61 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 37 miles (61 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bath to Cheltenham trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bath and Cheltenham from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bath to Cheltenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Cheltenham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cheltenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bath to Cheltenham
Most Bath to Cheltenham trains use the Bath Spa to Cheltenham Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Bath and Cheltenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
Bath Spa train station facilities and services
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Getting to Oldfield Park from Bath city centre
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldfield Park train station facilities and services
Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Cheltenham station do trains from Bath arrive at?
Getting to Cheltenham Spa from Cheltenham city centre
Cheltenham Spa is 1 km from Cheltenham city centre. Public transport options include:
Cheltenham Spa train station facilities and services
Cheltenham Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Railway Inn, The Coconut Tree
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cheltenham Spa. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Cheltenham Spa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheltenham Spa: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Queens Hotel Cheltenham, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham, Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham.
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