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Compare train and coach for Cheltenham to Caerphilly
The cheapest option from Cheltenham to Caerphilly is coach, with an average price of £7. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Caerphilly among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 86 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Caerphilly
Typically, there are 15 trains per day from Cheltenham to Caerphilly, including direct trains, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Lowest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 6:06 |
Last train 21:18 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cheltenham to Caerphilly trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cheltenham and Caerphilly from £7. 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 to Caerphilly train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham to Caerphilly 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 Caerphilly, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham and Caerphilly
Most Cheltenham to Caerphilly trains use the Cheltenham Spa to Caerphilly station pair, with some services arriving at Energlyn & Churchill Park. Use this guide to compare Cheltenham and Caerphilly train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cheltenham station do trains to Caerphilly leave from?
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.
Which Caerphilly station do trains from Cheltenham arrive at?
Getting to Caerphilly from Caerphilly city centre
Caerphilly train station facilities and services
Caerphilly has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Caerphilly.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Caerphilly. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Caerphilly: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Caerphilly: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Caerphilly: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Platform 1 (for Cardiff) has level access. Platform 2 (for Rhymney) is accessible only by a footbridge or by a steep ramp, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Low level/text public phones, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Energlyn & Churchill Park from Caerphilly city centre
Energlyn & Churchill Park is 1 km from Caerphilly city centre. Public transport options include:
Energlyn & Churchill Park train station facilities and services
Energlyn & Churchill Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Energlyn & Churchill Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Energlyn & Churchill Park: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Energlyn & Churchill Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access is available to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) via a long moderately steep ramp. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Rhymney) from the car park on Llwyn-On Street. Both platforms are connected via a subway with a moderately steep footpath, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No.
Getting to Aber from Caerphilly city centre
Aber train station facilities and services
Aber 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 Aber.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aber: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Aber: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aber: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Wheelchair users, mobility scooter users and customers with reduced mobility may find the steep ramps leading from Nantgarw Road to both platforms difficult to negotiate, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine takes debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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