Train from Gloucester to Cheltenham: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Gloucester to Cheltenham on 6 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transport for WalesTrain
Gloucester
Cheltenham SpaCheapest
Transport for WalesTrain
Gloucester
Cheltenham SpaFastest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Gloucester
Cheltenham SpaNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Gloucester
Cheltenham SpaNo tags
Transport for WalesTrain
Gloucester
Cheltenham SpaNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Gloucester 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 9 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day
9mAverage duration
7 milesDistance
0kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£4 - £4Average duration30m
0kg CO₂e
Average price£8 - £16Average duration9m
0kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£3 - £3Average duration20m
0kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gloucester 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Gloucester to Cheltenham?

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

  2. How long is the train journey from Gloucester to Cheltenham?

    The average train journey time from Gloucester to Cheltenham is 9m, covering a distance of 7 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 7m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Gloucester to Cheltenham route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gloucester to Cheltenham?

    The earliest train from Gloucester to Cheltenham departs at 07:08. And the latest train departs at 23:21.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Gloucester to Cheltenham?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gloucester to Cheltenham?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Gloucester to Cheltenham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Gloucester to Cheltenham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
03/12
£7
04/12
£7
Today
£7
06/12
£7
07/12
£7
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09/12
£7
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gloucester to Cheltenham was searched and found on 9 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 Gloucester to Cheltenham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £7 to £15 for a train ticket from Gloucester to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-12-09.

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.

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