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Compare coach and train for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 142 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£39 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM):
A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) costing on average £39.
Other travel options to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 55m.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (2h 14m by train vs 2h 43m by car). Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets London Kings Cross (KGX) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) by coach or train
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Why should you book London Kings Cross (KGX) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trains with Omio?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 07:02. The fastest train covers the 142 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 142 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 7:02 |
Last train 7:02 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Most London Kings Cross (KGX) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trains use the London Paddington to Cheltenham Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare London Kings Cross (KGX) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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.
