The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
6
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Cheltenham will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 6 trains that leave Swindon for Cheltenham on Mon, Dec 01, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
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Compare train and bus for Swindon to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€18 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Swindon to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Cheltenham trains for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:17 AM Swindon | 0h59 | 10:16 AM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Great Western Rail as well as CrossCountry and first_great_western offer trains services from Swindon to Cheltenham. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Swindon to Cheltenham.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Cheltenham
Trains from Swindon to Cheltenham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 52m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western from Swindon to Cheltenham trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between Swindon and Cheltenham from $5 (€4). 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 Swindon to Cheltenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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 Swindon to Cheltenham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
- 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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