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Compare 3 ways to travel from Taunton to Cheltenham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 270, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Taunton to Cheltenham by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Taunton to Cheltenham?
The cheapest train tickets from Taunton to Cheltenham start from R 363. The average price for this train route is around R 1 693. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Taunton to Cheltenham?
The average train journey time from Taunton to Cheltenham is 1h 17m, covering a distance of 120 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Taunton to Cheltenham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Taunton to Cheltenham?
The earliest train from Taunton to Cheltenham departs at 07:46. And the latest train departs at 19:53.
Which is the best train operator from Taunton 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Taunton to Cheltenham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Taunton to Cheltenham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Taunton to Cheltenham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Taunton to Cheltenham was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 348To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Taunton to Cheltenham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 348 to R 3 338 for a train ticket from Taunton to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 393, which is on 2025-12-17.
