The cheapest and fastest trains from Wolverhampton to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wolverhampton to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wolverhampton to Cheltenham will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
Of the 3 trains that leave Wolverhampton for Cheltenham on Thu, Nov 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 43 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 Wolverhampton to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton 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 7m. 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 €20.
Distance: 76 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€37 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Wolverhampton to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Wolverhampton to Cheltenham trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:57 AM Wolverhampton | 1h43 | 5:40 AM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:56 AM Wolverhampton | 1h28 | 6:24 AM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:42 PM Wolverhampton | 1h08 | 1:50 PM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wolverhampton to Cheltenham
Trains from Wolverhampton to Cheltenham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 76 km distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 76 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 23:02 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Wolverhampton to Cheltenham trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Wolverhampton 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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FAQs: Trains from Wolverhampton to Cheltenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolverhampton 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Wolverhampton, which is located around 0.2 miles (327 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Cheltenham Spa, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wolverhampton to Cheltenham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 06:15 - 23:59
- Car Park: Multi storey
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle facilities are currently located at the front of the station adjacent to the multi-storey car park whilst redevelopment works are carried out at the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Due to construction works taking place at Wolverhampton station, rail replacement buses are unable to use the short stay car park at the front of the station. For the foreseeable future rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off at bus stop AH on Lichfield Street (by the Moon Under Water public house).
- 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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