Is there a direct train from Basingstoke to Cheltenham?

The journey between Basingstoke and Cheltenham usually involves 6 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Basingstoke to Cheltenham every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Basingstoke to Cheltenham?

The Basingstoke to Cheltenham train travel takes about 2 hours and 1 minute, no matter when you leave.

What are the Basingstoke to Cheltenham train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cheltenham leaving Basingstoke at around 00:02 and the last train leaving at around 23:24.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Basingstoke at around 06:52, with the final departure at 23:09.

Basingstoke to Cheltenham by train

First train

00:02
Last train

23:24

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

2hr 1m

Distance

99 kilometres
Trains per day

46

Avg. journey time

2hr 41m
Train operators

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Train cost from Basingstoke to Cheltenham

Ready to book tickets from Basingstoke to Cheltenham? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

The cheapest tickets between Basingstoke and Cheltenham typically run £31.94.
If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .
If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .
You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.

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Basingstoke to Cheltenham departure timetable

On this route, 46 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Basingstoke at 00:02 and the last leaving at 23:24 during the week.

For weekend travel to Cheltenham, the earliest departure is at 06:52 and the last one is at 23:09. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 16 minutes.

How long does the train from Basingstoke to Cheltenham take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 1 minute, with trains covering a total distance of 99 kilometres.

How far in advance Basingstoke and Cheltenham tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Basingstoke and Cheltenham are available 5 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

More information on train travel from Basingstoke to Cheltenham

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Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Basingstoke to Cheltenham by train?

The train route from Basingstoke to Cheltenham covers 99 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Basingstoke to Cheltenham?

The cheapest fare on this route is £31.94. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Basingstoke to Cheltenham?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 months before the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Cheltenham?

The fastest journey on this route takes 2 hours and 1 minute.

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