Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€50

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€52

Fastest journey on Sep 20

2 h 3 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

2 h 5 m

Trains on Sep 20

21

Distance

139 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.

Fast trains

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 21 trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD), including 1 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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.

  • Great Western RailwayC48973 · W35438
    11:55 AM2h19
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    2:14 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    501One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayC33107
    10:47 AM2h12
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    12:59 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    501One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC48965 · W34504
    4:01 PM2h06
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    6:07 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    501One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayC48972 · W35439
    1:00 PM2h13
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    3:13 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    501One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayC48964 · C32966
    2:00 PM2h07
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    4:07 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    501One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a train costs an average of €62.

Distance: 86 miles (139 km)

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Driving

€62

Average price

€19

Average price

Cheapest

€43

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 56m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 50m

Average total duration

3h 20m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 29m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) is a bus with an average price of €19.

This is compared to other travel options from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD):

A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average €62.

The fastest way to travel from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 56m.

Other travel options to London Paddington (PAD) take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cheltenham Spa (CNM) and London Paddington (PAD) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 33m sooner (1h 56m by train vs 2h 29m by car). Tickets start at around €62 compared to roughly €43 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.

Direct services run with Great Western Railway.

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

Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) train times

The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW35197+CrossCountryG01149
Delayed
4:24 PM 4:29 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h22
6:51 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW35240
On time
5:03 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
1h56
6:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY41559 · W34520
On time
6:03 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h02
8:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW35243+CrossCountryG01120
Delayed
6:18 PM 6:19 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h40
8:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW35243
On time
7:03 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
1h56
8:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW35245
On time
8:03 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
1h57
10:00 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW35248
On time
9:05 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h01
11:06 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY41561 · W34529
On time
9:32 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h20
11:52 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Sunday, September 20
Great Western RailwayC48969 · C012329:28 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h18
11:46 AM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC00123+CrossCountryG0113610:10 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h03
12:13 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC3310710:47 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h12
12:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC33109+CrossCountryG0114211:10 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h03
1:13 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC48973 · W3543811:55 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h19
2:14 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW35438+CrossCountryG0114512:10 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h04
2:14 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC48972 · W354391:00 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h13
3:13 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC48964 · C329662:00 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h07
4:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW35440+CrossCountryW298752:29 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h22
4:51 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC05790 · W354423:00 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h09
5:09 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC48965 · W345044:01 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
2h06
6:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD)

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Trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 20:32. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (139 km) distance in 1h 42m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6
Distance
86 miles (139 km)
Average train duration
1h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
€26
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 42m
First train
5:14 AM
Last train
8:32 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cheltenham Spa (CNM) and London Paddington (PAD) from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
1h 42m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
€26
Great Western Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
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FAQs: Trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 London Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €26, while the average price is around €62.
The train from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) takes 1h 42m and runs 8 per day.
The distance by train from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) is 86 miles (139 km).
The first train from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 5:14 AM.
The last train from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 8:32 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD).
Yes, there is a direct train from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD). This service operates 4 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD).
The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) is by bus, with a cost of around €6.
The train journey from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington offers views of the picturesque Cotswolds countryside, with rolling hills and charming villages, making it a scenic experience.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington. The journey takes 1h 42m and covers 86 miles (139 km). There are 7 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD).
Since neither Cheltenham Spa (CNM) nor London Paddington (PAD) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from London Paddington (PAD) include Reading, Maidenhead, Oxford, Swindon, Slough.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD)

Most Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) trains use the Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Cheltenham Spa (CNM) and London Paddington (PAD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Cheltenham
Arrival train stations in London
Cheltenham SpaCheltenham Spa Railway Station, Queens Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 8NP, United Kingdom+44 345 165 2030WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Cheltenham Spa from Cheltenham city centre

Cheltenham Spa is 1 km from Cheltenham city centre. Public transport options include:

BusD, E, G · 7m · €4 · every ~25 min
M1 · 8m

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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