The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotherham to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotherham to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotherham to Cheltenham will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
Of the 1 trains that leave Rotherham for Cheltenham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 177 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 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.
10:572h31Rotherham13:28Cheltenham£671One-way0 changes
10:572h31Rotherham13:28Cheltenham£671One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rotherham to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotherham to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £67.
Distance: 177 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£67 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rotherham to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotherham to Cheltenham trains for tomorrow, Monday 18 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:57 Rotherham | 2h31 | 13:28 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotherham to Cheltenham
Trains from Rotherham to Cheltenham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 19:29. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 177 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £67 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 6:15 |
Last train 19:29 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited from Rotherham to Cheltenham trainsCrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Rotherham and Cheltenham from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rotherham to Cheltenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotherham 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 Rotherham and Cheltenham
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 18:45 Saturday 07:00 - 18:45 Sunday 08:45 - 16:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lift access to both platforms. Lifts are available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Bridge Street, a minute's walk from the station entrance.
- 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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