The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£123
Average price
£123
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to Cheltenham will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £123.
Of the 1 trains that leave Durham for Cheltenham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 322 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 45 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Durham to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a train costs an average of £123.
Distance: 322 km
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£169 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Durham to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Cheltenham trains for tomorrow, Thursday 15 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:48 Durham | 3h45 | 11:33 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham to Cheltenham
Trains from Durham to Cheltenham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £123 but you can travel from only £45 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 322 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 322 km |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £123 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 20:15 |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Durham to Cheltenham trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Durham and Cheltenham from £45. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Durham to Cheltenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham to Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Durham and Cheltenham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Short stay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse of both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Waiting Room Platform 1 opening hours Monday to Saturday - 04:00 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Platform 2 opening hours Monday to Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.
- 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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