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

The cheapest train tickets from Cheltenham to Stansted start from £52. The average price for this train route is around £103. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cheltenham to Stansted?

The average train journey time from Cheltenham to Stansted is 4h 29m, covering a distance of 101 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 22m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Cheltenham to Stansted route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Cheltenham to Stansted departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 17:12.

Train Cheltenham to Stansted from £52

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cheltenham to Stansted on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:15	Cheltenham Spa	4h 26m	21:41	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	18:15	Cheltenham Spa	4h 26m	22:41	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	17:11	Cheltenham Spa	5h 34m	22:45	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	14:11	Cheltenham Spa	4h 59m	19:10	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Train	15:11	Cheltenham Spa	4h 59m	20:10	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Cheltenham to Stansted

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

5h 15mAverage duration

99 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£27 - £71	Average duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£52 - £242	Average duration4h 29m	CO₂ emissions 4kg 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 £52

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cheltenham to Stansted 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 Cheltenham to Stansted?
The cheapest train tickets from Cheltenham to Stansted start from £52. The average price for this train route is around £103. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cheltenham to Stansted?
The average train journey time from Cheltenham to Stansted is 4h 29m, covering a distance of 101 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 22m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Cheltenham to Stansted route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cheltenham to Stansted?
The earliest train from Cheltenham to Stansted departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 17:12.