4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Cheltenham will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
To travel from Luton to Cheltenham you need to make at least 2 changes.
W35075+
W45561+
C3826413:133h18Luton station (LUT)16:31Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£901One-way2 changes- W35073+C38581+W4555112:133h18Luton station (LUT)15:31Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£901One-way2 changes
- W35075+W45561+C3826413:133h18Luton station (LUT)16:31Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£901One-way2 changes
- W35073+C38581+W4555112:133h18Luton station (LUT)15:31Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£901One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Luton to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 114 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£50 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Luton to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Cheltenham trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W35073+C38581+W45551 | Delayed 12:32 12:13Luton station (LUT) | 3h18 | 15:31 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2 changes | |
| W35075+W45561+C38264 | Delayed 13:32 13:13Luton station (LUT) | 3h18 | 16:31 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Cheltenham
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Trains from Luton to Cheltenham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 114 km distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 114 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 22:27 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Luton to Cheltenham trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Luton and Cheltenham from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Luton to Cheltenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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 Luton and Cheltenham
Most Luton to Cheltenham trains use the Luton to Cheltenham Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Cheltenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Cheltenham leave from?
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Luton DART Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Cheltenham station do trains from Luton arrive at?
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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