4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Cheltenham will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 27 trains that leave Birmingham for Cheltenham on Sat, Aug 01, 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 38 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.
W298934:42 PM0h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)5:27 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€71One-way0 transfers- W2986511:42 AM0h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:27 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€91One-way0 transfers
- W2987012:42 PM0h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:27 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€91One-way0 transfers
- G011575:42 PM0h46Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:28 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€111One-way0 transfers
- W298761:42 PM0h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:27 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€131One-way0 transfers
- G011348:12 AM0h38Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:50 AMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€151One-way0 transfers
- G011379:12 AM0h38Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:50 AMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€421One-way0 transfers
- G011514:12 PM0h38Birmingham New Street (BHM)4:50 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€381One-way0 transfers
- G011565:12 PM0h38Birmingham New Street (BHM)5:50 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€381One-way0 transfers
- W298853:12 PM0h38Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:50 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)€381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. 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 bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 66 km
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1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Cheltenham trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W29873 | Delayed 12:16 PM 1:12 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 1:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29877 | On time 1:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h46 | 2:28 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01148 | On time 2:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 2:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01113 | On time 2:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h44 | 3:14 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29882 | On time 2:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h46 | 3:28 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29884 | On time 3:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 3:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01114 | On time 3:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h45 | 4:15 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01150 | On time 3:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h48 | 4:30 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01153 | On time 4:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 4:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01118 | On time 4:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h48 | 5:18 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29895 | On time 4:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h47 | 5:29 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01154 | On time 5:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 5:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01119 | On time 5:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h48 | 6:18 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01160 | On time 5:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h47 | 6:29 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01161 | On time 6:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 6:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01122 | On time 6:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h44 | 7:14 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29908 | On time 6:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h46 | 7:28 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29909 | On time 7:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h39 | 7:51 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01124 | On time 7:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h44 | 8:14 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01166 | On time 8:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 8:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01126 | On time 8:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h44 | 9:14 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01169 | On time 9:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 9:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01128 | On time 9:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h50 | 10:20 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01170 | On time 10:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 10:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
| G01134 | 8:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 8:50 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01094 | 8:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h44 | 9:14 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29850 | 8:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h45 | 9:27 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01137 | 9:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 9:50 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01097 | 9:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h44 | 10:14 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01139 | 9:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h45 | 10:27 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01146 | 11:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 11:50 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01103 | 11:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h44 | 12:14 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29865 | 11:42 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h45 | 12:27 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29867 | 12:12 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 12:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01106 | 12:30 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h44 | 1:14 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29870 | 12:42 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h45 | 1:27 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Cheltenham
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Trains from Birmingham to Cheltenham run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 38m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country from Birmingham to Cheltenham trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Cheltenham from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Birmingham to Cheltenham
There are 27 trains from Birmingham to Cheltenham each weekday. Most of these trains are operated by CrossCountry and offer direct journeys. One trip is operated by West Midlands Railway and involves one transfer. All CrossCountry journeys depart from Birminghams's New Street station and head for the Cheltenham Spa station. West Midlands operates its single journey from Birmingham's Moor Street station.
Birmingham to Cheltenham Train Departures
There are 27 trains from Birmingham to Cheltenham each weekday. Peak times occur in the morning, at around midday and around 6:00 p.m. At these times, trains depart at approximately 20-minute intervals. Over the rest of the day the frequency is approximately hourly. The first train each day departs at about 5:30 a.m., and the last train departs at around 11:00 p.m.
How long is the journey by train from Birmingham to Cheltenham?
The direct train trip from Birmingham to Cheltenham takes about 40 minutes to complete this 50-mile journey. A car journey over the same distance would take about one hour. The late-night trip offered by West Midlands Railway requires a transfer resulting in an overnight journey. This is the only trip between Birmingham and Cheltenham that requires a transfer.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Birmingham to Cheltenham?
Departure train station: All of CrossCountry's direct trips depart from Birmingham's New Street station. The station is located directly in the city centre, within the large pedestrian zone. It is surrounded by the city's main shopping centre, but nevertheless has a selection of food and convenience outlets on site. The station is well-served by taxis and has a large car and bicycle park. Disabled access is provided, and wheelchairs are available on request.
West Midlands Railway's late-night train departs from Birmingham's Moor Street station. This station is also very central, located on the periphery of the city's pedestrian zone. It is well-served with food and convenience stores as well as access to taxis. Disabled access is well taken care of and wheelchairs are available.
Arrival train station: All trains from Birmingham to Cheltenham arrive at the Cheltenham Spa station. The station is small with limited refreshment facilities but is only about two miles from Cheltenham's city centre. Taxis are easily hailed outside the station.
Which train companies travel from Birmingham to Cheltenham?
The train route from Birmingham to Cheltenham is operated primarily by CrossCountry, with one late night trip offered by West Midlands Railway.
CrossCountry Birmingham to Cheltenham
CrossCountry offers 26 direct trips between Birmingham and Cheltenham each weekday. The first train leaves Birmingham at about 5:30 a.m. and the last at just after 10:00 p.m.
West Midlands Railway Birmingham to Cheltenham
West Midlands Railway offers one trip a day between Birmingham and Cheltenham. The departure time is around 11:00 p.m. and the trip requires one transfer at Worcester, resulting in an overnight journey. This service reaches Cheltenham at about 6:00 a.m. the next morning.
Trains from Birmingham to Cheltenham: Services on board
CrossCountry offers both standard and first-class tickets, with first-class passengers having access to roomier, quieter seating and free morning newspapers. West Midlands Railway offers only standard tickets on this route.
Both operators allow one piece of hand luggage and two suitcases per passenger. Passengers are also allowed to bring bicycles, wheelchairs and prams on board, preferably folded. Domestic animals may accompany their owners on this train journey but must be on a lead or in a cage. Only two animals per person are permitted free of charge. Additional animals are allowed at a charge of half the passenger fee per pet.
How do I find cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Cheltenham?
It is always wise to book in advance in order to secure the best possible deals, and to do this online. Booking online, through a booking site such as Omio, ensures easy comparison of fares across the day and across different days, as well as guaranteed up-to-date information about special discounts available. It is worth pursuing group discounts if this is an option as these discounts can be as high as 30% for groups of 10 or more travelling together.
FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Cheltenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Cheltenham
Most Birmingham to Cheltenham trains use the Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Cheltenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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.
Getting to University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Cheltenham station do trains from Birmingham 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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