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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Cheltenham will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 16 trains that leave Bristol for Cheltenham every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 61 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 38 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.
G008549:000h39Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:39Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£111One-way0 changes- G6673010:000h38Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:38Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£111One-way0 changes
- G667218:010h38Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:39Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£111One-way0 changes
G152148:381h07Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:45Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£131One-way0 changes- G152159:391h05Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:44Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£131One-way0 changes
- G010628:330h37Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:10Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£141One-way0 changes
- G00869_G0106710:330h37Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:10Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£141One-way0 changes
- G0107312:320h38Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:10Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£141One-way0 changes
- G010649:330h38Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:11Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£141One-way0 changes
- G6673511:000h38Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:38Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Cheltenham 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 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 61 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£10 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Cheltenham trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:51 Bristol | 1h19 | 9:10 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:15 Bristol | 0h55 | 9:10 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:39 Bristol | 1h03 | 9:42 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:39 Bristol | 1h03 | 10:42 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 11:15 Bristol | 1h30 | 12:45 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Cheltenham
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Trains from Bristol to Cheltenham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 37m.
Distance 61 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 23:14 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Cheltenham trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Cheltenham 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: Bristol to Cheltenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Cheltenham
Most Bristol to Cheltenham trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Cheltenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Cheltenham station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Cheltenham Spa from Cheltenham city centre
Cheltenham Spa is 1 km from Cheltenham city centre. Public transport options include:
Cheltenham Spa train station facilities and services
Cheltenham Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Railway Inn, The Coconut Tree
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cheltenham Spa. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Cheltenham Spa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheltenham Spa: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Queens Hotel Cheltenham, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham, Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham.
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