The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to Chepstow
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to Chepstow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Chepstow will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cheltenham for Chepstow 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 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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 to Chepstow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Chepstow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 50 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Chepstow
Trains from Cheltenham to Chepstow run on average 3 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 36m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 00:22 |
Last train 23:10 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Cheltenham to Chepstow trainsTransport for Wales, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Cheltenham and Chepstow from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
CrossCountry
Cross Country
first_great_western
FAQs: Cheltenham to Chepstow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham to Chepstow 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 Chepstow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham and Chepstow
- 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
- Car Park: Chepstow Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. Step free access is available to Platform 1 (to Gloucester). Platform 2 (for Newport) is only accessible via a footbridge.
- 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(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart from the station entrance, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
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