W35223+
C37909+
P663789:033h34Cheltenham Spa (CNM)12:37Stansted Airport (SSD)£581One-way2 changes
G01060 · G008068:124h28Cheltenham Spa (CNM)12:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£641One-way1 change
G01062 · G008089:124h28Cheltenham Spa (CNM)13:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£641One-way1 change
W29851+
W35432+
C37974+
P663969:323h51Cheltenham Spa (CNM)13:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£1331One-way3 changes
W35223+
C37909+
P663789:033h34Cheltenham Spa (CNM)12:37Stansted Airport (SSD)£581One-way2 changes
W29851+
W35432+
C37974+
P663969:323h51Cheltenham Spa (CNM)13:23Stansted Airport (SSD)£1331One-way3 changes
G01060 · G008068:124h28Cheltenham Spa (CNM)12:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£641One-way1 change
G01062 · G008089:124h28Cheltenham Spa (CNM)13:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£641One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport
The cheapest option from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport is coach, with an average price of £33. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 161 km
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£54 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest option |
4h 10m Average total duration Fastest option 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, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C48969 · C00165+ C36852+ P66392 | On time 9:28 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h39 | 13:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
G01136+ C00123+ C37805+ P66410 | On time 10:10 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h45 | 13:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
C33106+ C36804+ P66422 | On time 10:47 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h36 | 14:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
G01142+ C50037+ C37453+ P66434 | On time 11:10 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h45 | 14:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
W29776 · G00813 | On time 11:11 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 4h29 | 15:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
C48973 · W35438+ C37546+ P66458 | On time 11:55 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 4h00 | 15:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
G01145+ W35438+ C37546+ P66458 | On time 12:10 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h45 | 15:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
C48972 · W35439+ C37643+ P66481 | On time 13:00 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h55 | 16:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
W29782 · G00819 | On time 13:11 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 4h29 | 17:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
C48964 · C32966+ C36847+ P66497 | On time 14:00 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h37 | 17:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
W29875+ W35440+ C36855+ P66069 | On time 14:29 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h38 | 18:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
C05790 · C06182+ C37798+ P66092 | On time 15:00 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h37 | 18:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
G01078 · G00825 | 15:11 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 4h29 | 19:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
C48965 · C00125+ P66150+ Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street | On time 16:01 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h54 | 19:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
W29887+ W35233+ C37945+ P66174 | On time 16:29 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h54 | 20:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
C05871 · C06186+ C37540+ P66186 | On time 17:00 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h37 | 20:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
W29795 · G00832 | On time 17:11 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 4h29 | 21:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 change | |
W29894+ C05987+ C38024+ P66221 | 17:26 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h57 | 21:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
C48966 · W35246+ C37655+ P66243 | On time 18:00 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3h55 | 21:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport
Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Cheltenham to London Stansted Airport, including direct trains, 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 |
Lowest 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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