How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Cheltenham?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Cheltenham start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Cheltenham?

The average train journey time from Birmingham to Cheltenham is 44m, covering a distance of 41 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 38m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Cheltenham route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Cheltenham?

The earliest train from Birmingham to Cheltenham departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 22:12.

Train Birmingham to Cheltenham from £7

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Cheltenham on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:30	Birmingham New Street	44m	16:14	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	15:12	Birmingham New Street	38m	15:50	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	15:12	Birmingham New Street	38m	15:50	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	15:42	Birmingham New Street	45m	16:27	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	15:42	Birmingham New Street	45m	16:27	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Cheltenham on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:12	Birmingham New Street	44m	10:56	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	09:30	Birmingham New Street	38m	10:08	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	09:30	Birmingham New Street	38m	10:08	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	10:30	Birmingham New Street	38m	11:08	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	10:30	Birmingham New Street	38m	11:08	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Cheltenham on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	47m	07:59	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	08:12	Birmingham New Street	38m	08:50	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	47m	07:59	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	07:30	Birmingham New Street	44m	08:14	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	07:30	Birmingham New Street	44m	08:14	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Cheltenham on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:42	Birmingham New Street	42m	08:24	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	08:12	Birmingham New Street	38m	08:50	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	47m	07:59	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	47m	07:59	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	07:30	Birmingham New Street	44m	08:14	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Cheltenham on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:30	Birmingham New Street	44m	09:14	Cheltenham Spa	Cheapest
Train	08:12	Birmingham New Street	38m	08:50	Cheltenham Spa	Fastest
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	47m	07:59	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	07:12	Birmingham New Street	47m	07:59	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	07:30	Birmingham New Street	44m	08:14	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Cheltenham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 44 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

44mAverage duration

41 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £149	Average duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£8 - £87	Average duration44m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£7 - £7	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £8

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Cheltenham by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Cheltenham?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Cheltenham start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Cheltenham?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Cheltenham is 44m, covering a distance of 41 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 38m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Cheltenham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Cheltenham?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Cheltenham departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 22:12.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

27/11

£11

28/11

£16

Today

£14

30/11

£20

01/12

£14

02/12

£11

03/12

£14

04/12

£7

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Cheltenham was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £7

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Cheltenham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £7 to £83 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-12-04.