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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wakefield to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wakefield to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to Cheltenham will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wakefield 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 202 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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 Wakefield to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 202 km
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£44 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wakefield to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Cheltenham trains for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 06:23 Wakefield | 2h27 | 08:50 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:23 Wakefield | 2h27 | 09:50 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:23 Wakefield | 2h27 | 10:50 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:23 Wakefield | 2h27 | 11:50 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:23 Wakefield | 2h27 | 12:50 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wakefield to Cheltenham
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Trains from Wakefield to Cheltenham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 05:43 |
Last train 20:23 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Wakefield to Cheltenham trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Wakefield and Cheltenham from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Wakefield to Cheltenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield 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 Wakefield and Cheltenham
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Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Forecourt
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: A small number are accessible, therefore advance notification (via station) ensures they are available when required
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and in the Waiting Room on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Station Management Office on the Main Concourse.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 2. There is a 1st Class waiting room on platform 1. Open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:00. Saturday 05:00 - 20:30. Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop (W9) in the short-stay car park.
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Carpark is now open as of 29th August 2015
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for mobility impaired or elderly customers as the access to the platforms is via ramped subway.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station entrance.
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LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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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