The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£1
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
8 m
Average duration
10 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Cheltenham will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £1.
Of the 3 trains that leave Gloucester for Cheltenham 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 12 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 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 Gloucester to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £1, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 12 km
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£3 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price |
39m Average total duration Fastest 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gloucester to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Cheltenham trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G57018 | On time 08:16 Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h11 | 08:27 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
P08413 | On time 08:24 Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h08 | 08:32 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23484 | On time 08:48 Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h08 | 08:56 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
P09544 | On time 08:54 Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h07 | 09:01 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G57024 | On time 09:16 Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h10 | 09:26 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
P08414 | On time 09:22 Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h08 | 09:30 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Cheltenham
Trains from Gloucester to Cheltenham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 7m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:21 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Gloucester to Cheltenham trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Gloucester and Cheltenham from £1. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Great Western Rail
CrossCountry
Cross Country
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FAQs: Gloucester to Cheltenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Cheltenham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- 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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