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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 4 trains that leave Cheltenham for London Stansted Airport every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 161 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 28 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.
8:124h28Cheltenham12:40London Stansted Airport£311One-way0 changes- 7:124h28Cheltenham11:40London Stansted Airport£621One-way0 changes
9:033h34Cheltenham12:37London Stansted Airport£641One-way0 changes- 8:033h34Cheltenham11:37London Stansted Airport£651One-way0 changes
- 9:033h34Cheltenham12:37London Stansted Airport£641One-way0 changes
- 8:033h34Cheltenham11:37London Stansted Airport£651One-way0 changes
- 8:124h28Cheltenham12:40London Stansted Airport£311One-way0 changes
- 7:124h28Cheltenham11:40London Stansted Airport£621One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 161 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£44 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W35223+ C37909+ P66378 | On time 9:03 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h34 | 12:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| G01062 · G00808 | On time 9:12 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 4h28 | 13:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| G01138+G15044+C37660+P66420 | On time 10:29 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h54 | 14:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
| W35227+P66426+C38069 | On time 11:03 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h34 | 14:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| G00869_G01067 · G00814 | On time 11:12 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 4h28 | 15:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
| G01144+W35182+C38126+P66444 | On time 11:29 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h54 | 15:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
| W35229+C38139+P66450 | On time 12:03 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h34 | 15:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 20 August | |||||
| 7:12 Cheltenham | 4h28 | 11:40 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport
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Trains from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 14:03. The fastest train covers the 161 km distance in 3h 34m.
Distance 161 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 7:00 |
Last train 14:03 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cheltenham and London Stansted Airport from £19. 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 London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham and London Stansted Airport
Most Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport trains use the Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Cheltenham and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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