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.
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.


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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.
No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Essex. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Essex station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.
Cheltenham to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Cheltenham to Essex train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Cheltenham and Essex is 183 km. The road distance is 267 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 4h.