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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Banbury to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Banbury to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Banbury to Cheltenham will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 trains that leave Banbury for Cheltenham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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 coach for Banbury to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Banbury to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 54 km
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2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Banbury to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Banbury to Cheltenham trains for tomorrow, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 07:11 Banbury | 2h03 | 09:14 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:57 Banbury | 1h53 | 10:50 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Banbury to Cheltenham
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Trains from Banbury to Cheltenham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Chiltern Railways from Banbury to Cheltenham trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between Banbury and Cheltenham from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Banbury to Cheltenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Banbury 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Banbury and Cheltenham
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Shopping
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Hotel
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Lost and Found Office
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:15 Saturday 06:35 - 19:15 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
- Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent
- Car Park: There are three car parks at Banbury Station: the Multi-Storey Car Park, the Main Car Park, and the Approach Road Car Park. Prices are the same at all three car parks.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 00:15 Saturday 05:00 - 00:15 Sunday 08:00 - 00:20
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets on platforms 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near station entrance next to taxi rank and on entry to the multi storey car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station.
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LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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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