Birmingham to Cheltenham by train

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Overview: trains from Birmingham to Cheltenham

Find the key information for travelling by train from Birmingham to Cheltenham, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:00 View journey
Last train 22:12 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 37m View journey
Distance (km) 66
Trains / day 50 View all
Cheapest journey £11.34 View journey
Avg journey time 44m
Train operators 3

Birmingham to Cheltenham train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Birmingham to Cheltenham by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Birmingham to Cheltenham take around 37 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 66 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Birmingham is scheduled to depart at around  05:00. The last departure is usually at around 22:12. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 50 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 14 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £11.34.

We think any time is a great time to visit Cheltenham, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Cheltenham.

Is there a direct train from Birmingham to Cheltenham?

Yes, there is a direct train from Birmingham to Cheltenham.

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

The Birmingham to Cheltenham train travel takes about 37 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Birmingham to Cheltenham train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cheltenham leaving Birmingham at around 05:00 and the last train leaving at around 22:12. This is the same at the weekend.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.