The average train between Banbury and Cheltenham takes 2h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Banbury to Cheltenham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Banbury and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Banbury is at 9:58 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 10:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 52m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Banbury to Cheltenham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Banbury to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Banbury station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.
Banbury to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Banbury station.
Banbury to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Banbury to Cheltenham train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Banbury and Cheltenham is 53.7 km. The road distance is 150 km.
You can take a train from Banbury to Cheltenham Spa via Birmingham New Street in around 1h 54m.