London to Cheltenham train
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Fastest train times from London to Cheltenham
Fastest Journey
1 h 50 m
Average
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
142 km
Of the 10 trains that leave London for Cheltenham every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from London to Cheltenham
 | Distance | 87 miles (141 km) |
 | Average train duration | 1 h 58 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $57 (€51) |
 | Train frequency | 50 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 14 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | South Western Railway, Great Western Railway or First Great Western Service |
Trains from London to Cheltenham cover the 87 miles (141 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 58 min with our travel partners like South Western Railway, Great Western Railway or First Great Western Service. Normally, there are 50 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $39 (€35), but the average price of train tickets is $57 (€51). Travelers depart most frequently from London Victoria and arrive in Cheltenham Spa.
Train companies: Great Western Rail and South Western Railway from London to Cheltenham trains
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Train information from London to Cheltenham with Great Western Rail:
- Average Duration: 2 h 1 min
- Great Western Rail frequency: 14 a day
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Trains from London to Cheltenham
Cheltenham is approximately 96 miles northwest of London, on the Bristol-Birmingham railway line. Trains from London to Cheltenham depart at regular intervals throughout the day, although services are slightly less frequent outside of peak times. Depending on the service, the journey will take between 1 hour 50 minutes and 2.5 hours.
London to Cheltenham train times: Daily departures
Three trains depart from London Paddington Station for Cheltenham every hour during peak times. However, services are slightly less regular during the early morning and later evening, as well as on weekends and public holidays. The first services leave London at around 5:35 a.m., and the last at approximately 11:30 p.m.
How long is the journey by train from London to Cheltenham?
Trains from London to Cheltenham take between 1 hour 50 minutes and 2.5 hours to complete their journey. Some services are direct, while others require a change at Bristol Parkway.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Cheltenham?
Departure train station: Paddington Station, about three miles from central London, is easily accessible by underground, bus, and taxi from other parts of the city. One of London's largest and best-known railway stations, Paddington offers travellers a wide range of facilities, including toilets, showers, payphones, ATMs, trolleys, and luggage storage. Other services include a ticket office, ticket machines, a visitor centre, and retail outlets.
Arrival train station: Situated about a mile from Cheltenham's town centre, Cheltenham Spa Railway Station is where trains from London arrive. Regular local buses provide a convenient service, transporting new arrivals from the station to the town centre and other areas. A taxi rank is also close to the entrance of the station. Facilities available at Cheltenham Spa station include public toilets, baby-changing facilities, trolleys, payphones, and public WiFi. There's also a ticket office, ticket machines, and refreshment facilities.
Which train companies travel from London to Cheltenham?
Trains from London to Cheltenham are operated by Great Western Railway. Services begin in the early morning, continuing throughout the day and into the evening. The duration of the journey varies depending on the service, and some require a change of train.
Great Western Railway London to Cheltenham
Great Western Railway operates the only trains from London to Cheltenham. During peak times, three trains depart from Paddington every hour. There are two per hour at other times. Most trains from London to Cheltenham require a change at Bristol Parkway, although there's also a direct service that operates hourly. The length of the journey depends on the route taken and the number of stops. Most take approximately two hours, although some are slightly longer.
London to Cheltenham trains: Services on board
Three pieces of luggage can be taken on trains from London to Cheltenham, provided they measure under 30 cm × 70 cm × 90cm. Passengers can store smaller items in the train's overhead racks or beneath their seat, while larger bags can be placed in dedicated luggage areas. Those travelling with a bike are strongly recommended to reserve a bike space when purchasing a ticket. Pets are also welcome, although there are some restrictions.
Travellers with disabilities can request assistance ahead of their journey. First-class services on trains from London to Cheltenham offer a higher level of comfort, with little luxuries such as reclining seats, extra legroom, plug sockets, USB ports, and WiFi.
How to find cheap train tickets from London to Cheltenham
Travellers considering a journey by train from London to Cheltenham will be pleasantly surprised to discover that there are plenty of ways to save money on a ticket. It's always a good idea to book in advance to take advantage of any special deals. Another tip is to be flexible with travel dates and times, as off-peak travel is always much cheaper. In many cases, slower trains or journeys that require a transfer can also offer substantial savings.
Travel Tips: Trains from London to Cheltenham
When taking a train from London, you have a couple of train stations you can depart from including London Victoria, London Euston and London Kings Cross. When you arrive in Cheltenham, your train can arrive in train stations including Cheltenham Spa and Cheltenham, Cheltenham Racecourse (Park&Ride).
Omio customers traveling this route book their trains from London Victoria to Cheltenham Spa.
You can find the most popular departure train station for this route, London Victoria, located approximately 1.8 miles (2.9 km) from the city center of London. The most popular arrival train station in Cheltenham, called Cheltenham Spa, is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from its city center.
Important Stations and Airports for this Journey
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Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
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LockersShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibility
Overground lines: Watford DC
Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
Metro: N/A
WifiLockersShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus 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.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityTrain lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
Bus lines: 326, 139
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityMetro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityMetro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityLocation for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services are usually found outside the front of the station. However this is sometimes subject to change. Please check engineering posters or consult a member of staff.
Metro: For North and North East Kent and South East London
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibility
Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityMetro: Bakerloo Line.
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