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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Cheltenham will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leeds for Cheltenham on Mon, Jun 01, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest trains will take 2 h 35 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.
8:15 AM2h35Leeds10:50 AMCheltenham$721One-way0 transfers- 9:15 AM2h35Leeds11:50 AMCheltenham$1751One-way0 transfers
- 8:15 AM2h35Leeds10:50 AMCheltenham$721One-way0 transfers
- 9:15 AM2h35Leeds11:50 AMCheltenham$1751One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$91 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Cheltenham:
A bus is $65 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Cheltenham costing on average $91 (€73).
Other travel options to Cheltenham take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 38m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (2h 45m by train vs 3h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $91 (€73) compared to roughly $60 (€48) 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
Leeds to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Cheltenham trains for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01142 | On time 8:15 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2h53 | 11:08 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01145 | On time 9:00 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h08 | 12:08 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29874 | On time 10:01 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h49 | 1:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29874+ G89745+ C21679 | Delayed 11:31 AM 10:09 AMLeeds station (LDS) | 3h41 | 1:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2 transfers | |
| G01147 | On time 11:02 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h48 | 2:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01147+G89751+W70768 | Delayed 12:31 PM 11:09 AMLeeds station (LDS) | 3h41 | 2:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2 transfers | |
| G01155 | On time 2:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h35 | 5:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01163 | On time 3:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h35 | 6:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01165 | On time 4:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h37 | 7:52 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29913 | On time 5:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h35 | 8:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29915 | On time 6:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h35 | 9:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29918 | On time 7:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 3h35 | 10:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Cheltenham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leeds to Cheltenham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 9:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Leeds to Cheltenham trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Leeds and Cheltenham from $16 (€13). 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 Leeds to Cheltenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds to Cheltenham
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation 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
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