How much does a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to Cardiff cost?

The average train ticket price from Cheltenham to Cardiff is £15. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cheltenham to Cardiff is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Cheltenham to Cardiff?

A train trip between Cheltenham and Cardiff is around 1h 11m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 56 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Cheltenham and Cardiff?

The number of trains from Cheltenham to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cheltenham to Cardiff by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Cheltenham to Cardiff?

When taking the train from Cheltenham to Cardiff, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway.

Train Cheltenham to Cardiff from £9

Next train departures

Next departures from Cheltenham to Cardiff on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:40	Cheltenham Spa	1h 19m	17:59	Cardiff Central	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Cheltenham to Cardiff on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:15	Cheltenham Spa	1h 10m	16:25	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	08:15	Cheltenham Spa	1h 10m	09:25	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	07:43	Cheltenham Spa	1h 16m	08:59	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	08:15	Cheltenham Spa	1h 10m	09:25	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	08:43	Cheltenham Spa	1h 18m	10:01	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures from Cheltenham to Cardiff on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:40	Cheltenham Spa	1h 19m	16:59	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	15:15	Cheltenham Spa	1h 10m	16:25	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	07:43	Cheltenham Spa	1h 17m	09:00	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	08:15	Cheltenham Spa	1h 11m	09:26	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	08:40	Cheltenham Spa	1h 19m	09:59	Cardiff Central	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:22 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cheltenham to Cardiff

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 1 hour 11 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

1h 11mAverage duration

55 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£8 - £32	Average duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£9 - £29	Average duration1h 11m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £4	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Transport for Wales

3.5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cheltenham to Cardiff by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to Cardiff cost?
The average train ticket price from Cheltenham to Cardiff is £15. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cheltenham to Cardiff is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Cheltenham to Cardiff?
A train trip between Cheltenham and Cardiff is around 1h 11m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 56 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Cheltenham and Cardiff?
The number of trains from Cheltenham to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cheltenham to Cardiff by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Cheltenham to Cardiff?
When taking the train from Cheltenham to Cardiff, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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The cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Cardiff was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of £9

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

You can expect to pay from £9 to £28 for a train ticket from Cheltenham to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-11-24.

Usually Great Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.