The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to Yate
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to Yate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Yate 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 Yate 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 46 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.




Live departures
Cheltenham to Yate train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Yate trains for tomorrow, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:38 Cheltenham | 0h55 | 05:33 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:53 Cheltenham | 1h00 | 05:53 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Yate
Trains from Cheltenham to Yate run on average 3 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 42m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 05:37 |
Last train 23:08 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Cheltenham to Yate trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Cheltenham and Yate from £4. 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 Yate train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham to Yate 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 Yate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham and Yate
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 12:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.” This station has a degree of step free access via the car park (southbound) however the northbound platform can only be accessed via a busy roadbridge and long steep ramp. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses start/terminating at Yate: Station car park. All other buses: Bus stops on the main road
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