Cheltenham to Slough train with Great Western Railway

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  • Great Western RailwayW35225 · C47879
    10:031h58
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    12:01Slough station (SLO)
    £471One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayW35223+Elizabeth lineC37552
    9:032h18
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    11:21Slough station (SLO)
    £621One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG15041 · G15464+CrossCountryW29847
    8:292h29
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    10:58Slough station (SLO)
    £621One-way
    2 changes
  • CrossCountryW29851+Great Western RailwayW35432+Elizabeth lineC37601
    9:322h20
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    11:52Slough station (SLO)
    £621One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW35221 · C47871
    7:552h06
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    10:01Slough station (SLO)
    £1071One-way
    1 change

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Compare train and coach for Cheltenham to Slough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Slough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £45.

Distance: 111 km

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£45

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£9

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2h 21m

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1h 51m

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Average total duration

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Cheltenham to Slough train times

The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Slough trains for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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Great Western Railway10:03 Cheltenham
1h58
12:01 Slough0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Cheltenham to Slough by train or coach

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Why should you book Cheltenham to Slough trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Cheltenham to Slough.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Cheltenham to Slough.

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 Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Cheltenham to Slough.
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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 Slough.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cheltenham to Slough.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Slough

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Trains from Cheltenham to Slough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 1h 58m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Distance
111 km
Average train duration
1h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£45
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 58m
First train
5:22
Last train
22:24
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
70 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cheltenham to Slough trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cheltenham and Slough from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 58m
Cheapest Price
£45
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
£143
Cross Country frequency
4 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Price
£78
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
11 a day

FAQs: Cheltenham to Slough train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham to Slough 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 Slough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Cheltenham to Slough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £45.
The train journey from Cheltenham to Slough covers a distance of 111 km and takes approximately 1h 58m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Cheltenham to Slough is 111 km.
The first train from Cheltenham to Slough leaves at 5:22.
The last train from Cheltenham to Slough departs at 22:24.
Trains from Cheltenham to Slough run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cheltenham to Slough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cheltenham to Slough.
To get from Cheltenham to Slough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Cheltenham to Slough.
The train station in Cheltenham that goes to Slough is Cheltenham Spa (CNM), and it arrives at Slough station (SLO).
The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Slough is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Cheltenham to Slough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cheltenham to Slough offers a mix of scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque Cotswolds, with its rolling hills and quaint villages. However, as the train nears urban areas, the scenery becomes more industrial and suburban.
A day trip from Cheltenham to Slough is not feasible with a journey taking 1h 58m. Trains run 3 times per day. The distance is 111 km.
For a visit to Slough, one to two days is generally sufficient to explore the main attractions and get a feel for the area, considering its proximity to Windsor and other nearby sites.
Yes, you can take the train from Cheltenham to Slough.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham and Slough

Most Cheltenham to Slough trains use the Cheltenham Spa to Slough station pair. Use this guide to compare Cheltenham and Slough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Cheltenham
Arrival train stations in Slough

Which Cheltenham station do trains to Slough leave from?

Trains from Cheltenham to Slough leave from Cheltenham Spa. The station is 1 km from Cheltenham city centre at Cheltenham Spa Railway Station, Queens Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 8NP, United Kingdom.
Cheltenham SpaCheltenham Spa Railway Station, Queens Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 8NP, United Kingdom+44 345 165 2030WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Cheltenham Spa from Cheltenham city centre

Cheltenham Spa is 1 km from Cheltenham city centre. Public transport options include:

BusD, E, G · 7m · £4 · every ~25 min
M1 · 8m

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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