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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
3 h 46 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
4
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 £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Cheltenham every day 4 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 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 51 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.
8:413h51London Stansted Airport12:32Cheltenham£491One-way0 changes- 19:573h46London Stansted Airport23:43Cheltenham£631One-way0 changes
- 7:413h51London Stansted Airport11:32Cheltenham£651One-way0 changes
- 6:413h50London Stansted Airport10:31Cheltenham£841One-way0 changes
- 19:573h46London Stansted Airport23:43Cheltenham£631One-way0 changes
- 6:413h50London Stansted Airport10:31Cheltenham£841One-way0 changes
- 8:413h51London Stansted Airport12:32Cheltenham£491One-way0 changes
- 7:413h51London Stansted Airport11:32Cheltenham£651One-way0 changes
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 £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 161 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 P66381+ C38264+W35075 | On time 12:58 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h33 | 16:31 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2 changes | |
G15033+ G39644+C38514+P66453 | Delayed 16:32 15:57Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h30 | 20:27 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3 changes | |
| W35082+P67526+C38215 | Delayed 17:34 16:54Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h39 | 20:33 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2 changes | |
P66493+W35084+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington | On time 17:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h50 | 21:33 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2 changes | |
| W35084+L55798 · P67529+C38309 | Delayed 18:36 17:58Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h35 | 21:33 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3 changes | |
| W35086+C38383+P66095 | Delayed 19:34 18:57Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h37 | 22:34 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:41, the last at 19:57. The fastest train covers the 161 km distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 161 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 6:41 |
Last train 19:57 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Stansted Express from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham trainsGreat Western Railway, Stansted Express trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Cheltenham from £19. 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
Most London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham trains use the London Paddington to Cheltenham Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare London Stansted Airport and Cheltenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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