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Trip Overview

The average train between Cheltenham and Essex takes 4h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Cheltenham to Essex. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 13m
Duration
166 mi
Distance
£88
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Cheltenham to Essex train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Cheltenham and Essex. 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 Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 45m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 39m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 53m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 53m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 53m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 44m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 38m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia20h 23m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 53m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia3h 38m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Essex? 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: 166 mi
  • Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Essex, England?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 4h.

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