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Cheltenham Spa to York trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cheltenham Spa and York takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham Spa to York. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 26m
Duration
171 mi
Distance
£89
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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2h 59m
£75–114

Cheltenham Spa to York train times

Trains run hourly between Cheltenham Spa and York. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham Spa is at 11:02 PM which arrives into York at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country10h 40m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country2h 39m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 19m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 7m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country2h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country2h 39m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 19m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 7m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country2h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country2h 39m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 9m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country2h 40m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country2h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 20m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 11m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 12m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryCross Country2h 42m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham Spa to York? 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.

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  • Distance: 171.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Cheltenham Spa, England and York, England?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to York via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 59m.

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