The cheapest and fastest trains from Hinckley to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hinckley to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hinckley to Cheltenham will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 2 trains that leave Hinckley for Cheltenham 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 86 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 44 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.




Live departures
Hinckley to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Hinckley to Cheltenham trains for tomorrow, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:36 Hinckley | 1h38 | 12:14 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:43 Hinckley | 2h44 | 15:27 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hinckley to Cheltenham
Trains from Hinckley to Cheltenham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 21:17 |
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FAQs: Hinckley to Cheltenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hinckley 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 Hinckley and Cheltenham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 13:00 Saturday 06:40 - 13:00 Sunday Closed None
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Platform 1 has step free access via a short ramp. Platform 2 has step free access via a ramped bridge with a moderate gradient. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: is outside 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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