The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Cheltenham will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
It's difficult to get from Bath to Cheltenham without transferring at least once.
G00876+
G149591:26 PM1h12Bath Spa (BTH)2:38 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€201One-way1 transfer
G01080+
G150691:59 PM1h11Bath Spa (BTH)3:10 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€201One-way1 transfer
G00872+
G1522012:31 PM1h07Bath Spa (BTH)1:38 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€201One-way1 transfer
G01075+
G1495812:47 PM1h23Bath Spa (BTH)2:10 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€201One-way1 transfer
G01082+
G149622:48 PM1h22Bath Spa (BTH)4:10 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€201One-way1 transfer
G00883+
W349992:38 PM1h00Bath Spa (BTH)3:38 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€201One-way1 transfer
G00872+
G1522012:31 PM1h07Bath Spa (BTH)1:38 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€201One-way1 transfer
G01080+
G150691:59 PM1h11Bath Spa (BTH)3:10 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€201One-way1 transfer
G00876+
G149591:26 PM1h12Bath Spa (BTH)2:38 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€201One-way1 transfer
G01082+
G149622:48 PM1h22Bath Spa (BTH)4:10 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€201One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bath to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €19.
Distance: 61 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€16 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Bath to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Cheltenham trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:06 AM Bath | 1h39 | 9:45 AM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:28 AM Bath | 1h10 | 10:38 AM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 AM Bath | 1h36 | 11:46 AM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:53 PM Bath | 1h02 | 9:55 PM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Bath to Cheltenham trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bath to Cheltenham.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bath to Cheltenham.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bath to Cheltenham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bath to Cheltenham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Cheltenham
Trains from Bath to Cheltenham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 61 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bath to Cheltenham trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bath and Cheltenham from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Great Western Railway
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Bath to Cheltenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath 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 Bath to Cheltenham
Most Bath to Cheltenham trains use the Bath Spa to Cheltenham Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Bath and Cheltenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
Bath Spa train station facilities and services
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Getting to Oldfield Park from Bath city centre
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldfield Park train station facilities and services
Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, 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.
Which Cheltenham station do trains from Bath arrive at?
Getting to Cheltenham Spa from Cheltenham city centre
Cheltenham Spa is 1 km from Cheltenham city centre. Public transport options include:
Cheltenham Spa train station facilities and services
Cheltenham Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Railway Inn, The Coconut Tree
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cheltenham Spa. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Cheltenham Spa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheltenham Spa: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Queens Hotel Cheltenham, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham, Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham.
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