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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD)
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
139 km
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 $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
Of the 6 trains that leave Cheltenham Spa (CNM) for London Paddington (PAD) on Thu, May 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 15 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.
C74850+
P227968:29 AM2h07Cheltenham Spa (CNM)10:36 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$981One-way1 transfer- C75054+P227958:01 AM2h13Cheltenham Spa (CNM)10:14 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1191One-way1 transfer
- P23195 · P227926:14 AM2h37Cheltenham Spa (CNM)8:51 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1491One-way1 transfer
- C74848+P227947:29 AM2h15Cheltenham Spa (CNM)9:44 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1651One-way1 transfer
- P228237:55 AM2h04Cheltenham Spa (CNM)9:59 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1701One-way0 transfers
- P228237:55 AM2h04Cheltenham Spa (CNM)9:59 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1701One-way0 transfers
- C74850+P227968:29 AM2h07Cheltenham Spa (CNM)10:36 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$981One-way1 transfer
- P228226:48 AM2h07Cheltenham Spa (CNM)8:55 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1701One-way0 transfers
- C75054+P227958:01 AM2h13Cheltenham Spa (CNM)10:14 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1191One-way1 transfer
- C74848+P227947:29 AM2h15Cheltenham Spa (CNM)9:44 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1651One-way1 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 prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 86 miles (139 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$58 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m 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 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD):
A bus is $35 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average $58 (€47).
Other travel options to London Paddington (PAD) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 13m.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (2h 0m by train vs 2h 29m by car). Tickets start at around $58 (€47) compared to roughly $53 (€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, Great Western Railway (GWR).
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 tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P23195 · P22792 | 6:14 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2h37 | 8:51 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| P22822 | 6:48 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2h07 | 8:55 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C74848+P22794 | 7:29 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2h15 | 9:44 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| P22823 | 7:55 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2h04 | 9:59 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C75054+P22795 | 8:01 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2h13 | 10:14 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| C74850+P22796 | 8:29 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2h07 | 10:36 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (139 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 86 miles (139 km) |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 5:53 AM |
Last train 10:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cheltenham Spa (CNM) and London Paddington (PAD) from $8 (€6). 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 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to London Paddington (PAD)
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
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