The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cheltenham for London Stansted Airport on Wed, Dec 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 10 the direct trains cover the 161 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
On Wed, Dec 10 the slowest trains will take 3 h 41 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €44.
Distance: 100 miles (161 km)
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€78 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:03 AM Cheltenham | 3h41 | 11:44 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:03 AM Cheltenham | 3h24 | 12:27 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as CrossCountry and Cross Country offer trains services from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry and Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Great Western Rail tickets can be bought on Great Western Rail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry and Cross Country to help you choose the right option for your journey from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:08, the last at 16:03. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 100 miles (161 km) |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 07:08 |
Last train 16:03 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Cheltenham and London Stansted Airport from $28 (€23). 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 to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport
- 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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