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London to Cheltenham Spa train prices and times

Planning a journey from London to Cheltenham Spa? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £14.00, with average prices for this route around £45.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Mon, Sep 1
From £19.80
Tue, Sep 2
From £20.00
Wed, Sep 3
From £16.50
Thu, Sep 4
From £20.00
Fri, Sep 5
From £14.00
Sat, Sep 6
From £20.00
Sun, Sep 7
From £20.00

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
10:32 London Paddington	12:32 Cheltenham Spa	2h, Direct	Find Tickets
10:48 London Paddington	12:38 Cheltenham Spa	1h 50m, No direct	Find Tickets
11:32 London Paddington	13:31 Cheltenham Spa	1h 59m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:48 London Paddington	13:38 Cheltenham Spa	1h 50m, No direct	Find Tickets
12:13 London Paddington	14:10 Cheltenham Spa	1h 57m, No direct	Find Tickets
12:32 London Paddington	14:31 Paris	1h 59m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London to Cheltenham Spa train route details

First train

05:23

Last train

23:32

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Cheltenham Spa

Journey time

1h 50m

Distance

89 miles

Price

£14.00*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Cheltenham Spa

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between London and Cheltenham Spa, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London to Cheltenham Spa can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from London to Cheltenham Spa, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London to Cheltenham Spa ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from London to Cheltenham Spa more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London to Cheltenham Spa train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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