The cheapest trains from Cardiff to Cheltenham
Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Cheltenham will cost around $ 22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 16.
Timetable Cardiff to Cheltenham
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The fastest trains from Cardiff to Cheltenham
Fastest Journey
1 h 9 m
Average
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
89 km
Of the 5 trains that leave Cardiff for Cheltenham every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Train Information between Cardiff and Cheltenham
 | Distance | 55 miles (88 km) |
 | Average train duration | 1 h 9 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $19 (€15) |
 | Train frequency | 25 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 25 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | Cross Country |
Trains from Cardiff to Cheltenham cover the 55 miles (88 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 9 min with our travel partners like Cross Country. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $16 (€13), but the average price of train tickets is $19 (€15). Travelers depart most frequently from Cardiff Central and arrive in Cheltenham Spa.
Train companies
Cardiff to Cheltenham with CrossCountry
You can travel by train between Cardiff and Cheltenham with CrossCountry for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from Cardiff to Cheltenham you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
CrossCountry is one of the best options when traveling by train between Cardiff and Cheltenham. Omio quickly shows you current CrossCountry train schedules for the Cardiff - Cheltenham trip and makes it easier than ever for you to buy train tickets online for the cheapest, fastest or earliest trip available. The distance from Cardiff to Cheltenham is around 55 miles (88 km) and the cheapest CrossCountry one-way ticket you can book starts at $16 (€13). As you check the latest Cardiff to Cheltenham train schedule from CrossCountry for your ideal departure and arrival times, you can also review travel information, such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard, and compare the best route available to arrive to Cheltenham safely. If you search for CrossCountry tickets in the Omio app, you can also see if they are mobile tickets so that you can travel paperless. Let Omio quickly find you the perfect CrossCountry ticket between Cardiff and Cheltenham so you can spend more time enjoying the smooth and easy journey!
When you buy your CrossCountry train tickets from Cardiff to Cheltenham don't forget to keep the following COVID-19 related policies in mind:
- Refund or voucher policy
- If you have an Off-Peak or Anytime ticket, you can get a full refund and the £10 admin fee has been waived. Advance tickets are normally non-refundable but you can now also get a full refund if your Advance ticket was booked before 23 March 2020.
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
Travel Tips
When departing from Cardiff, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Cardiff Central, Cardiff (Queen Street) and Cardiff (Cathays). When arriving in Cheltenham, you can end your trip in train stations like Cheltenham Spa and Cheltenham, Cheltenham Racecourse (Park&Ride).
Omio customers book a train from Cardiff Central to Cheltenham Spa most frequently for this route.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Cardiff Central, which is located around 0 mile (s) / 0 km away from the city center, and they get off the train at Cheltenham Spa, located 1 mile (s) / 1 km away from the city center.
Important Stations and Airports for this Journey
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Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
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