How to get from Oxford to Cheltenham

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What is the best way to travel from Oxford to Cheltenham?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Buses and Carpool to Cheltenham from Oxford. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
1h 58m
£17
£46
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What is the cheapest way to reach Cheltenham from Oxford?

You can reach Cheltenham with just £17 by taking a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR), but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £32
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from £17
Wednesday
Thursday
from £17
Friday

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 10m
    0
    05:20
    Oxford
    Central Station
    08:30
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £32
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 39m
    0
    05:50
    Oxford
    Central Station
    09:29
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £32

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 23m
    0
    05:10
    Oxford
    Central Station
    07:33
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £17
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 22m
    0
    06:52
    Oxford
    Central Station
    09:14
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £32
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 58m
    0
    06:34
    Oxford
    Central Station
    08:32
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £35
  • CrossCountry
    2h 11m
    0
    06:39
    Oxford
    Central Station
    08:50
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £80

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 23m
    0
    05:10
    Oxford
    Central Station
    07:33
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £17
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 22m
    0
    06:52
    Oxford
    Central Station
    09:14
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £32
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 58m
    0
    06:34
    Oxford
    Central Station
    08:32
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £33
  • CrossCountry
    2h 11m
    0
    06:39
    Oxford
    Central Station
    08:50
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £80

What are the fastest trips from Oxford to Cheltenham?

You can get to Cheltenham from Oxford in just 1h 58m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR). But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 3h 10m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from 1h 58m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 1h 58m
Friday

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 10m
    0
    05:20
    Oxford
    Central Station
    08:30
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £32
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 39m
    0
    05:50
    Oxford
    Central Station
    09:29
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £32

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 58m
    0
    06:34
    Oxford
    Central Station
    08:32
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £35
  • CrossCountry
    2h 4m
    0
    07:10
    Oxford
    Central Station
    09:14
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £80
  • CrossCountry
    2h 11m
    0
    06:39
    Oxford
    Central Station
    08:50
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £80
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 22m
    0
    06:52
    Oxford
    Central Station
    09:14
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £32

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 58m
    0
    06:34
    Oxford
    Central Station
    08:32
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £33
  • CrossCountry
    2h 4m
    0
    07:10
    Oxford
    Central Station
    09:14
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £80
  • CrossCountry
    2h 11m
    0
    06:39
    Oxford
    Central Station
    08:50
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £80
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    2h 22m
    0
    06:52
    Oxford
    Central Station
    09:14
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £32
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Oxford to Cheltenham

What are the most popular stations in Oxford and Cheltenham?

In Oxford, you will usually depart from Central Station, Parkway or St Giles, while in Cheltenham you will be arriving at Spa Central Station, Racecourse or GCHQ, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cheltenham from Oxford? With 4 connections between 2 Train, Bus and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Oxford and Cheltenham, you can pay as low as £17 with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Great Western Railway (GWR): you will get to Cheltenham in just 1h 58m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Oxford and Cheltenham are Great Western Railway (GWR) and CrossCountry, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Oxford and Cheltenham is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Yarnton or to Shurdington, and look at flights from Oxford Airport, and landing at Gloucestershire Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Oxford to Cheltenham?

The most popular companies between Oxford and Cheltenham, are Great Western Railway (GWR) and CrossCountry. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) and CrossCountry

All you need to know when you travel from Oxford to Cheltenham

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Oxford to Cheltenham. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Oxford to Cheltenham

How can I reach Cheltenham from Oxford?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train, Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Cheltenham from Oxford.

How far is Cheltenham from Oxford?

The distance between Oxford and Cheltenham is 58.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Oxford and Cheltenham?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 10 kgs, and a flight 14 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Oxford to Cheltenham?

You can get to Cheltenham with just £17 by taking a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).

What is the fastest way to get from Oxford to Cheltenham?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cheltenham in just 1h 58m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).

More routes to Oxford and to Cheltenham

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Oxford and to Cheltenham. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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