The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 6 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Cheltenham Spa (CNM) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.
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C74846Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 66 km
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1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trains for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 20:50 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 21:50 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 22:50 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 28 February | |||||
C74843 | On time 05:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h01 | 06:01 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C74846 | On time 05:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h01 | 06:43 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C74849 | On time 06:41 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h45 | 07:26 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75055 | On time 07:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 07:50 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75243 | On time 07:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h44 | 08:14 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C74851 | On time 07:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h45 | 08:27 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:41, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 38m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 06:41 |
Last train 22:12 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) 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 Spa (CNM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station.
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
- 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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