The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
3
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 £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cheltenham for London Stansted Airport every day 3 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 3 h 52 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.
7:124h28Cheltenham11:40London Stansted Airport£271One-way0 changes
9:033h34Cheltenham12:37London Stansted Airport£641One-way0 changes
8:033h34Cheltenham11:37London Stansted Airport£661One-way0 changes
9:033h34Cheltenham12:37London Stansted Airport£641One-way0 changes
8:033h34Cheltenham11:37London Stansted Airport£661One-way0 changes
7:124h28Cheltenham11:40London Stansted Airport£271One-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 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 161 km
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£54 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Thursday 21 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:12 Cheltenham | 4h28 | 11:40 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:03 Cheltenham | 3h34 | 11:37 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:12 Cheltenham | 4h28 | 12:40 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:03 Cheltenham | 3h34 | 12:37 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport
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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Cheapest Day Sun |
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
- 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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