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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnstaple to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to Cheltenham will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 2 trains that leave Barnstaple 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 164 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 35 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.
Live departures
Barnstaple to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Cheltenham trains for today, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:35 Barnstaple | 3h03 | 11:38 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Cheltenham
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Trains from Barnstaple to Cheltenham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 19:42. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 05:38 |
Last train 19:42 |
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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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and Cheltenham
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Station Masters Cafe
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
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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