The average train between Cheltenham and Ashford takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham to Ashford. 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 Cheltenham and Ashford. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Ashford at 12:18 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Ashford? 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 Cheltenham to Ashford. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Ashford station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Cheltenham to Ashford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Ashford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Cheltenham to Ashford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and Southeastern.
The distance between Cheltenham and Ashford is 220.8 km. The road distance is 287 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Ashford International via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 7m.