The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
Of the 1 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Cheltenham Spa (CNM) 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 178 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 178 km
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Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 08:31 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 18:43. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 178 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 18:43 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trainsWest Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) 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 Spa (CNM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
- 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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