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Compare prices and tickets Barnstaple to Cheltenham by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Cheltenham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Barnstaple to Cheltenham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 3h 35m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 5:38 |
Last train 20:52 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Barnstaple to Cheltenham trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Barnstaple and Cheltenham from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 2m
Cheapest Price
£174
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Barnstaple to Cheltenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Barnstaple to Cheltenham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £32.
The train journey from Barnstaple to Cheltenham covers a distance of 164 km and takes approximately 3h 35m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Barnstaple to Cheltenham is 164 km.
The first train from Barnstaple to Cheltenham leaves at 5:38.
The last train from Barnstaple to Cheltenham departs at 20:52.
Trains from Barnstaple to Cheltenham run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Barnstaple to Cheltenham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Barnstaple to Cheltenham.
To travel from Barnstaple to Cheltenham, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Barnstaple to Cheltenham.
The train station in Barnstaple that goes to Cheltenham is Barnstaple station (BNP), and it arrives at Cheltenham Spa (CNM).
The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Cheltenham is by train, costing approximately £28.
Booking trains from Barnstaple to Cheltenham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Barnstaple to Cheltenham offers scenic views, particularly through the Devon countryside and along parts of the River Taw, with picturesque landscapes and charming rural vistas enhancing the experience.
A day trip from Barnstaple to Cheltenham is not feasible as the travel duration is 3h 35m. However, there are 6 trains per day covering the distance of 164 km.
In Cheltenham, you can attend the Cheltenham Literature Festival, enjoy a scenic walk or boat ride at Pittville Park, explore art at The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum, and experience horse racing at Cheltenham Racecourse. Discover vibrant cafes and boutique shops in Montpellier District. Key sights include the historic Pittville Pump Room, Sandford Parks Lido, and the Regency architecture of Montpellier District.
A stay of around two to three days in Cheltenham is ideal to enjoy its Regency architecture, explore the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty nearby, and visit attractions such as Pittville Park and the Holst Birthplace Museum.
Yes, you can take the train from Barnstaple to Cheltenham.
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Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and Cheltenham
Barnstaple
Cheltenham
The major train station for departures in Barnstaple is Barnstaple. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barnstaple for your trip from Barnstaple to Cheltenham.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Station Masters Cafe
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Barnstaple
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Cheltenham is Cheltenham Spa. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cheltenham Spa for your journey to Cheltenham from Barnstaple.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Address
Cheltenham Spa Railway Station, Queens Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 8NP, United KingdomTicket Office Hours
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road
Dining
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
Lost and Found Office
- Located near the main entrance
Bike Parking
- 300 places, covered
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
Public transport options for Cheltenham Spa
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
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