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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Cheltenham
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€28
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€53
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 26 m
Trains on Sep 18
5
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Cheltenham will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 5 trains from Manchester to Cheltenham, including 5 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 176 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.
9:03 AM2h24Manchester11:27 AMCheltenham€281One-way0 transfers- 8:03 AM2h24Manchester10:27 AMCheltenham€391One-way0 transfers
- 10:03 AM2h30Manchester12:33 PMCheltenham€541One-way0 transfers
- 11:03 AM2h24Manchester1:27 PMCheltenham€681One-way0 transfers
- 2:03 PM2h26Manchester4:29 PMCheltenham€771One-way0 transfers
- 9:03 AM2h24Manchester11:27 AMCheltenham€281One-way0 transfers
- 11:03 AM2h24Manchester1:27 PMCheltenham€681One-way0 transfers
- 8:03 AM2h24Manchester10:27 AMCheltenham€391One-way0 transfers
- 2:03 PM2h26Manchester4:29 PMCheltenham€771One-way0 transfers
- 10:03 AM2h30Manchester12:33 PMCheltenham€541One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, while a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 176 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Cheltenham:
A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Cheltenham costing on average €33.
Other travel options to Cheltenham take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 27m.
Live departures
Manchester to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Cheltenham trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W33903+G01107+ G86192 | Delayed 9:42 AM 9:16 AMDeansgate (DGT) | 3h58 | 1:14 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2 transfers | |
| G01009 · G01102 | On time 9:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h49 | 12:14 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
| W29866 | On time 10:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h30 | 12:33 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01013 · W29868 | On time 10:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h25 | 12:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
| W29871 | On time 11:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 1:27 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01018 · W29873 | On time 11:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h25 | 1:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
| W29877 | On time 12:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h25 | 2:28 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01022 · G01113 | On time 12:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h49 | 3:14 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
| G01022 · G01148 | On time 12:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h25 | 2:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
| W29882 | On time 1:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h25 | 3:28 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01024 · G01114 | On time 1:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h50 | 4:15 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
| G01024 · W29884 | On time 1:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h25 | 3:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Cheltenham
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Trains from Manchester to Cheltenham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 176 km distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 176 km |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Cheltenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Cheltenham
Most Manchester to Cheltenham trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Cheltenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Cheltenham leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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 Manchester from Manchester city centre
Manchester train station facilities and services
Manchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple food outlets and cafes available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are several ATMs located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester: Step-free access throughout the station.
Which Cheltenham station do trains from Manchester 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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