The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Cheltenham will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 5 trains that leave Oxford for Cheltenham on Mon, Nov 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 17 the direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 23 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Oxford to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €20, and a bus costs an average of €37.
Distance: 59 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€36 Average price Cheapest | €37 Average price |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oxford to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Cheltenham trains for today, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:02 AM Oxford | 2h14 | 10:16 AM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Oxford | 1h46 | 10:16 AM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:47 AM Oxford | 2h12 | 10:59 AM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:47 AM Oxford | 1h27 | 12:14 PM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Cheltenham
Trains from Oxford to Cheltenham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 59 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 22:26 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Oxford to Cheltenham trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Oxford and Cheltenham from €20. 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 Oxford to Cheltenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Cheltenham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- 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 lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated 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: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
- 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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