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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Showing times and prices for 21 May
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Trains per day
44
Distance
139 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) 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 London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Fast trains
Of the 44 trains that leave London Paddington (PAD) for Cheltenham Spa (CNM) every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 50 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.
W3506911:321h59London Paddington (PAD)13:31Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£431One-way0 changes- W3507112:321h59London Paddington (PAD)14:31Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£431One-way0 changes
- W3507313:321h59London Paddington (PAD)15:31Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£431One-way0 changes
- G14974 · Y8057422:302h13London Paddington (PAD)0:43Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£431One-way1 change
- W3506710:322h00London Paddington (PAD)12:32Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£451One-way0 changes
- G14936+
G667308:481h50London Paddington (PAD)10:38Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£1551One-way1 change - W34618+G0086510:481h50London Paddington (PAD)12:38Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£501One-way1 change
- W35417+G0087211:481h50London Paddington (PAD)13:38Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£501One-way1 change
- W35418+G0088313:481h50London Paddington (PAD)15:38Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£501One-way1 change
- W34630+G0088814:481h50London Paddington (PAD)16:38Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£501One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 139 km
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£51 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 21 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34663 · W35059 | 5:23 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h10 | 7:33 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W35060 | 6:30 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h02 | 8:32 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35415 · G15383 | 6:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h14 | 9:02 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W35415+G66721 | 6:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h51 | 8:39 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| G14933+G01062 | 7:12 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h58 | 9:10 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W35061 | 7:31 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h59 | 9:30 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14934+G00854 | 7:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h51 | 9:39 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| G14935+G01064 | 8:18 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h53 | 10:11 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| G15030 | 8:32 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h59 | 10:31 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14936+G66730 | 8:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h50 | 10:38 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| G14937+G00869_G01067 | 9:18 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h52 | 11:10 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W35065 | 9:32 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h59 | 11:31 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34617+G01069 | On time 10:16 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h55 | 12:11 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W35067 | 10:32 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h00 | 12:32 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34618+G00865 | 10:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h50 | 12:38 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W35069 | 11:32 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h59 | 13:31 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35417+G00872 | 11:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h50 | 13:38 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W34622+G01075 | 12:13 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h57 | 14:10 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W35071 | 12:32 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h59 | 14:31 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14940+G01080 | 13:15 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h55 | 15:10 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W35073 | 13:32 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h59 | 15:31 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35418+G00883 | 13:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h50 | 15:38 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W34629+G01082 | On time 14:15 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h55 | 16:10 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W35075 | 14:32 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h59 | 16:31 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34630+G00888 | 14:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h50 | 16:38 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W34632+G01083 | 15:16 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h54 | 17:10 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| G15031 | 15:32 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h59 | 17:31 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34634+G00894 | 15:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h50 | 17:38 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W35419+G00723 | 16:18 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h53 | 18:11 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| G15032 | 16:33 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h58 | 18:31 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34637+G66779 | 16:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h50 | 18:38 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| G14941+G00730 | 17:18 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h52 | 19:10 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| G15033 | 17:32 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h02 | 19:34 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14942+G00735 | 17:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h22 | 20:10 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W35082 | 18:34 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h59 | 20:33 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34646+G00928 | 19:18 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h52 | 21:10 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W35084 | 19:36 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h57 | 21:33 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34648 · Y80571 · Y41828 | 19:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h13 | 22:01 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2 changes | |
| W34648 · Y80571 | 19:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h18 | 22:06 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W34648 · Y41828 | 19:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h13 | 22:01 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W35086 | 20:34 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h00 | 22:34 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14945+G66829 | 20:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h07 | 22:55 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| W35087 | 21:31 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h00 | 23:31 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14974 · Y80574 | 22:30 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h13 | 0:43 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 1h 55m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance 139 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 4:23 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trainsGreat Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
£24
Great Western Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 49m
Cheapest Price
£91
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day
FAQs: London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) 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.
The cost of a train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £51.
The train journey from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) covers a distance of 139 km and takes approximately 1h 55m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) is 139 km.
The first train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) leaves at 4:23.
The last train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) departs at 22:30.
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM).
Yes, there is a direct train between London Paddington (PAD) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM). The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM).
The cheapest way to get from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Paddington to Cheltenham Spa offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque Cotswolds countryside, known for its rolling hills, charming villages, and historic landmarks.
Yes, you can do a day trip from London Paddington to Cheltenham Spa. The journey takes 1h 55m each way and trains run 5 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Paddington (PAD) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Paddington (PAD) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
London
Cheltenham
The major train station for departures in London is London Paddington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Paddington for your trip from London to Cheltenham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near Platform 1.
Public transport options for London Paddington
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
The major train station for arrivals in Cheltenham is Cheltenham Spa. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cheltenham Spa for your journey to Cheltenham from London.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Address
Cheltenham Spa Railway Station, Queens Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 8NP, United KingdomTicket Office Hours
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
Dining
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
Lost and Found Office
- Located near the main entrance
Bike Parking
- 300 places, covered
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
Public transport options for Cheltenham Spa
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
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