The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) without transferring at least once.
G01130+
P694916:06 AM1h21Birmingham International (BHI)7:27 AMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$181One-way1 transfer
G00847 · G011337:41 AM1h09Birmingham International (BHI)8:50 AMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$271One-way1 transfer
W29847+
G383527:08 AM1h19Birmingham International (BHI)8:27 AMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$361One-way1 transfer
G01131+
W003326:34 AM1h25Birmingham International (BHI)7:59 AMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$361One-way1 transfer
G01092+
L050657:04 AM1h10Birmingham International (BHI)8:14 AMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$511One-way1 transfer
G01133+
W341447:46 AM1h04Birmingham International (BHI)8:50 AMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$641One-way1 transfer
G00847 · G011337:41 AM1h09Birmingham International (BHI)8:50 AMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$271One-way1 transfer
G01092+
L050657:04 AM1h10Birmingham International (BHI)8:14 AMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$511One-way1 transfer
W29847+
G383527:08 AM1h19Birmingham International (BHI)8:27 AMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$361One-way1 transfer
G01130+
P694916:06 AM1h21Birmingham International (BHI)7:27 AMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$181One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 41 miles (66 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM):
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 15m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (53m by train vs 1h 3m by car). Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $19 (€15) 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
Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:52 AM Birmingham International Airport | 1h16 | 10:08 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:01 PM Birmingham International Airport | 1h13 | 3:14 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
G01130+ P69491 | 6:06 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h21 | 7:27 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
G01131+ W00332 | 6:34 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h25 | 7:59 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
G01092+ L05065 | 7:04 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h10 | 8:14 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
W29847+ G38352 | 7:08 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h19 | 8:27 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
G00847 · G01133 | 7:41 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h09 | 8:50 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
G01133+ W34144 | 7:46 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h04 | 8:50 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 18:04. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 6:08 AM |
Last train 6:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and Cheltenham Spa (CNM) from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
Avanti West Coast
West Midlands Trains
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) 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 Spa (CNM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham International Airport to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
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