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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to Stoke-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cheltenham for Stoke-on-Trent on Fri, May 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 123 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.
9:40 AM1h39Cheltenham11:19 AMStoke-on-Trent$601One-way0 transfers
- 9:40 AM1h39Cheltenham11:19 AMStoke-on-Trent$601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cheltenham to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 76 miles (123 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m 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 to Stoke-on-Trent:
A bus is $28 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cheltenham to Stoke-on-Trent costing on average $44 (€36).
Other travel options to Stoke-on-Trent take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 45m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (1h 39m by train vs 1h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $34 (€27) 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 Cross Country.
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 to Stoke-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Stoke-on-Trent trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:40 AM Cheltenham | 1h39 | 11:19 AM Stoke-on-Trent | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Stoke-on-Trent
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cheltenham to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 76 miles (123 km) distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 76 miles (123 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 9:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Cheltenham to Stoke-on-Trent trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Cheltenham and Stoke-on-Trent from $13 (€10). 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 Stoke-on-Trent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham to Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cheltenham to Stoke-on-Trent
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
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:00 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:55 - 20:30
- Car Park: Stoke on Trent Car Park 3 (Adjacent to Platform 2/3)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 2. The National key toilet is located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance.
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