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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Cheltenham will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 1 trains that leave Guildford 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 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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.
9:442h48Guildford12:32Cheltenham£301One-way0 changes
- 9:442h48Guildford12:32Cheltenham£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Guildford to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 128 km
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2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Guildford to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Cheltenham trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:28 Guildford | 2h10 | 12:38 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:42 Guildford | 2h28 | 14:10 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Guildford to Cheltenham.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Cheltenham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Guildford to Cheltenham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 5:38 |
Last train 21:48 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Guildford to Cheltenham trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Guildford and Cheltenham from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Guildford to Cheltenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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 Guildford and Cheltenham
Most Guildford to Cheltenham trains use the Guildford to Cheltenham Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Cheltenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Guildford station do trains to Cheltenham leave from?
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Guildford train station facilities and services
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Cheltenham station do trains from Guildford arrive at?
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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