Cheltenham Spa railway station.
Cheltenham Spa railway station is a railway station serving Cheltenham in Gloucestershire, England. Situated on the Bristol-Birmingham main line, it is managed by Great Western Railway (despite most services being operated by CrossCountry, which does not manage any stations) and is about one mile from the town centre.
What is the train station called at Cheltenham?
Cheltenham Spa Train Station
Cheltenham Spa Train Station | Train Times | GWR.
What is the nearest train station to Cheltenham Racecourse?
Cheltenham Spa train station
If you’re looking for the nearest train station to Cheltenham Racecourse, you’ll need to take a train to Cheltenham Spa. From London, you can reach Cheltenham Spa train station in approximately 2 hours, give or take.
How far is train station to Cheltenham?
1 mile
Getting to and from Cheltenham train station
The station itself is situated just 1 mile from the town centre and it is easy to get a local connection into town. See our Maps and Guides page for more details.
Is there a direct train to Cheltenham?
It’s easy to get to Cheltenham by train from all over the UK, with direct routes from some of the country’s biggest cities, including London, Birmingham and Manchester. Most trains to Cheltenham arrive into Cheltenham Spa station, located approximately 1 mile from the town centre.
What station does a train from Cheltenham to London come out at?
Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington by train
| Journey time | From 1h 58m |
|---|---|
| First train | 03:56 |
| Last train | 21:05 |
| Departure station | Cheltenham Spa |
| Arrival station | London Paddington |
What’s Cheltenham famous for?
About Cheltenham
Famous for its racecourse, Cheltenham is the home of jump racing and hosts the Cheltenham Festival and Gold Cup every March, which sees the town packed with race goers. Known as The Festival Town with festivals year round celebrating music, science, jazz, literature, food and drink.
Can you wear jeans to Cheltenham races?
A tweed skirt, or the new Anna Lascata suede skirt are great options. Otherwise, the relaxed dress code at Cheltenham means it is acceptable to wear a smart pair of jeans and many do.
Can you wear black jeans to Cheltenham races?
Gentlemen are advised to wear suits. Ladies should wear a cocktail dress. Do not wear jeans.
How do you get to Cheltenham races?
The Best Ways to Travel to Cheltenham Festival
- Buses. The usual Stagecoach D and E buses run regularly (around every 15 minutes) during the day, but there’s a special shuttle that runs during The Festival.
- Coaches. National Express are the official coach partner of The Jockey Club.
- Driving.
- Parking.
Is Cheltenham better than Gloucester?
There’s certainly a perception that Gloucester is cheaper and Cheltenham is nicer. Whether it’s true depends on what you are looking at. Gloucester’s central shopping area is rather more run down than Cheltenham’s, but has better attractions away from that area (Cathedral, museums, docks).
Is Cheltenham worth visiting?
But Cheltenham has lots to offer as a weekend break destination in its own right. It has some of the UK’s best-preserved Georgian architecture, pretty parks, festivals dedicated to everything from music and literature to horse-racing, and an impressive array of places to eat, drink and shop.
How long is train from Cheltenham to Bristol?
1 hour and 2 minutes
The average journey time by train between Bristol Temple Meads and Cheltenham Spa is 1 hour and 2 minutes, with around 51 trains per day.
What is the best day to go to Cheltenham?
Tickets for the opening Tuesday and Gold Cup Friday sell out a little quicker than the middle two days, but those in attendance on Ladies Wednesday or St Patrick Thursday can still look forward to a truly stellar card.
How much is train fare from Gloucester to Cheltenham?
Gloucester to Cheltenham Spa by train
| Journey time | From 7m |
|---|---|
| Price | From £3.80 |
| Distance | 6 miles (10 km) |
| Frequency | 107 trains per day |
| First train | 03:37 |
Where does the TGV train run?
The TGV is a high-speed train that operates all over France and beyond. Travel from romantic Paris to the shores of the Mediterranean or the vineyards of the Loire Valley. Visit cities such as Bordeaux, Lyon and Marseille or catch a movie in world-famous Cannes.
What stations are on the staplehurst line?
- Ramsgate.
- Sandwich.
- Deal.
- Walmer.
- Martin Mill.
- Dover Priory.
- Folkestone Central.
- Folkestone West.
Does the Cotswolds have a train station?
Unfortunately, only a handful of Cotswold towns and villages have a train station, so the best one to head for is Moreton-in-Marsh. You can take a direct train here from London Paddington station 7 days a week.
How do I know what train platform to go on?
Once you are at your transfer station, make sure you look out for the departures board, if you do not know the platform number. Your platform will be displayed between 10 – 20 minutes before departure, so do not worry if it is not displayed instantly.
Is Cheltenham a posh area?
Cheltenham is an expensive area to buy in with the average house price in Cheltenham being around £395,116. This is due to a few reasons such as being the most complete Regency city in Britain, the famous festivals, and its proximity to the Cotswolds.
What do you call someone from Cheltenham?
Inhabitants of Cheltenham are known as “Cheltonians“.