The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cheltenham Spa (CNM) for Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 162 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 41 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 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 162 km
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£95 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:53 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h37 | 08:30 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:47 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h57 | 09:44 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:55 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h49 | 10:44 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 12:52. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 04:53 |
Last train 12:52 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Cheltenham Spa (CNM) and Stansted Airport (SSD) from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham Spa (CNM) and Stansted Airport (SSD)
- 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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