Train travel to Cheltenham Spa guide

Updated May 9, 2026

Which train companies run trains to Cheltenham Spa?

CrossCountry provides frequent services to and from Cheltenham Spa for various points across the UK.

What are Cheltenham Spa's opening hours?

Typically 0:01 to 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, though we recommend double checking this on the day.

Pick up & drop off at Cheltenham Spa

Cheltenham Spa provides parking and pick-up/drop-off services for convenient travel.

Connectivity of the Cheltenham Spa?

Some of the key routes to Cheltenham Spa include trains to and from Birmingham, London, Birmingham New Street, Bristol and London Paddington. You can also typically expect frequent bus routes and taxis for further travel from Cheltenham Spa. Be sure to use our train finder for your upcoming journey.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.

Cheltenham Spa live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Cheltenham Spa, check now to plan your next journey.

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TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meads13:5241mCrossCountryOn time
Cheltenham Spa to Swindon (Wilts)14:001h 3mGreat Western RailwayOn time
Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Central14:081h 30mTransport for WalesOn time
Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh (Waverley)14:115h 59mCrossCountryOn time
Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Central14:151h 8mCrossCountryOn time
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Cardiff Central to Cheltenham Spa13:451h 17mTransport for WalesExp. 13:51
Newcastle to Cheltenham Spa13:504h 17mCrossCountryOn time
Plymouth to Cheltenham Spa14:083h 41mCrossCountryOn time
Nottingham to Cheltenham Spa14:141h 57mCrossCountryOn time
Worcester Foregate Street to Cheltenham Spa14:2236mGreat Western RailwayOn time

Station Details

Address:

Cheltenham Spa station, Queens Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 8NP

Ticket Office opening hours::

Monday to Friday open from 05:45:00 until 20:15:00

Saturday open from 05:45:00 until 19:15:00

Sunday open from 09:00:00 until 20:15:00

Ticket Machine:

Available

Facilities

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