The average train between Cheltenham and Harpenden takes 2h 51m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham to Harpenden. 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 Harpenden. 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 Harpenden at 12:03 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 2h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Harpenden? 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 Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Harpenden station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.
Cheltenham to Harpenden train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Harpenden train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Harpenden station.
Book your Cheltenham to Harpenden train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Thameslink.
The distance between Cheltenham and Harpenden is 118.7 km. The road distance is 240 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Harpenden via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 2h 45m.