How to get from Paddington to Cheltenham
- 141 km as the crow flies
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At a glance
Fastest
6h 50m
3 transfers
Train + Bus
€29
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Paddington to Cheltenham. The most useful door-to-door route takes 6h 50m by train, bus, 3 transfers. The two cities are about 141 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
141 km
Paddington to Cheltenham: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Paddington → FarringdontrainElizabeth line·10m
- 2Farringdon → LondontrainSoutheastern·5m
- 3London → London HeathrowbusCity transit·10m
- 4London Heathrow → Cheltenham Royal Wellbus
FlixBus·2h 10m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Ticket prices on this route
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Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusLondon Heathrow-Cheltenham Royal WellBook →On this route you travel with Elizabeth line, Southeastern, City transit, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Paddington to Cheltenham works
Start with a Elizabeth line train from Paddington to Farringdon, about 10 min. Transfer in Farringdon and continue by Southeastern train on to London (5 min). Transfer in London and continue by City transit bus on to London Heathrow (10 min). Transfer in London Heathrow and continue by FlixBus bus on to Cheltenham Royal Well (2h 10m). In total it's roughly €29 over 6h 50m, 3 transfers.
Paddington to Cheltenham: common questions
How long does it take to get from Paddington to Cheltenham?
The most useful route takes about 6h 50m by train, bus, 3 transfers.
Is there a train from Paddington to Cheltenham?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a bus from Paddington to Cheltenham?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Cheltenham from Paddington?
About 141 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Paddington to Cheltenham cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €29. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Paddington to Cheltenham?
On this route you travel with Elizabeth line, Southeastern, City transit, FlixBus.
Can you get from Paddington to Cheltenham without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 1h 50m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Paddington to Cheltenham?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Elizabeth line, Southeastern, City transit, FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026