Cheltenham to London train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to London

Showing times and prices for Apr 24

Cheapest price

€131

Average price

€232

Fastest journey

1 h 55 m

Average duration

2 h 8 m

Trains per day

Distance

142 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cheltenham to London will cost around €232 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €131.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Cheltenham for London every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Apr 24 the direct trains cover the 142 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.

Y22229

08:59AM1h55

Cheltenham Spa (CNM)

10:54AMLondon Paddington (PAD)

€1311One-way

0 transfers

P12033+

Y22201

08:26AM2h08

Cheltenham Spa (CNM)

10:34AMLondon Paddington (PAD)

€1481One-way

1 transfer

Y23422 · Y22197

06:14AM2h32

Cheltenham Spa (CNM)

08:46AMLondon Paddington (PAD)

€2621One-way

1 transfer

Y22227

06:47AM2h12

Cheltenham Spa (CNM)

08:59AMLondon Paddington (PAD)

€2641One-way

0 transfers

Y22228

07:52AM2h08

Cheltenham Spa (CNM)

10:00AMLondon Paddington (PAD)

€2641One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Cheltenham to London

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Bus
€59 Average price	€28 Average price Cheapest
2h 39m Average duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 46m Average duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Cheltenham to London train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, April 24

Last updated at 11:42 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Y23422 · Y22197	On time 5:14 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)	2h32	7:46 AM London Paddington (PAD)	1 transfer
Y22227	On time 5:47 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)	2h12	7:59 AM London Paddington (PAD)	0 transfersDirect
Y22228	On time 6:52 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)	2h08	9:00 AM London Paddington (PAD)	0 transfersDirect
P12031+Y22200	On time 6:58 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)	2h16	9:14 AM London Paddington (PAD)	1 transfer
P12033+Y22201	On time 7:26 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)	2h08	9:34 AM London Paddington (PAD)	1 transfer
Y22229	On time 7:59 AM Cheltenham Spa (CNM)	1h55	9:54 AM London Paddington (PAD)	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Cheltenham to London?

The best time to book your train from Cheltenham to London is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Cheltenham to London route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Cheltenham to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Cheltenham to London.

Trains

from €33

Buses

from €14

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cheltenham to London

United Kingdom

Trains from Cheltenham to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €14

Distance

141 km

Average train duration

2h 9m

Cheapest ticket price

€34

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 55m

First train

05:38

Last train

22:16

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €14

Train providers: Great Western Rail, Bus and CrossCountry trains Cheltenham to London

Travel to London from Cheltenham from €25 with Omio’s train partners Great Western Rail, Bus and CrossCountry! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Cheltenham to London train information with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 1 h 58 min
Cheapest Price: €25

FAQs: Trains from Cheltenham to London

FAQs: Travel by train from Cheltenham to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cheltenham to London.

Cheap train tickets from Cheltenham to London can start from as little as €26 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cheltenham to London is €50; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Cheltenham to London is 1 h 55 min to travel the 141 km long trip, with around there are 7 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cheltenham to London leaves at 00: 29. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cheltenham to London leaves at 22: 29.

Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day from Cheltenham to London with first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Cheltenham to London, you can count on Great Western Rail or first_great_western for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Cheltenham and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 29.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Cheltenham Spa, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Paddington, located 3 miles (4.8 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to London from Cheltenham is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Cheltenham to London is September.

You have options as you can travel between Cheltenham and London 2 different ways: train or coach.

Popular train stations from Cheltenham to London

Cheltenham

London

The major train station for departures in Cheltenham is Cheltenham Spa. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cheltenham Spa for your trip from Cheltenham to London.

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