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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Of the 3 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Cheltenham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 161 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 31 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 London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 161 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£61 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:45 London Stansted Airport | 3h47 | 11:32 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:15 London Stansted Airport | 4h16 | 12:31 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham
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Trains from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 12:00. The fastest train covers the 161 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 161 km |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 07:00 |
Last train 12:00 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Stansted Express from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Stansted Express trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Cheltenham from £21. 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 Stansted Airport to Cheltenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport and Cheltenham
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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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