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Cheltenham to Harpenden trains

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Trip Overview

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.

2h 51m
Duration
149 mi
Distance
£78
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Cheltenham to Harpenden train times

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 9:05 PM which arrives into Harpenden at 12:19 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.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 44m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 44m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 58m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 58m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 59m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 58m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 50m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 44m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 46m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 58m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 59m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink2h 44m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

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  • Distance: 149.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Harpenden via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 2h 45m.

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