The average train between Cheltenham and Irvine takes 7h 42m and the fastest train takes 6h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham to Irvine. 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 Irvine. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Irvine at 11:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 50m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Irvine? 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 Irvine. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa station and arriving at Irvine station via Birmingham New Street station, Warrington Bank Quay station and Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.
Cheltenham to Irvine train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Irvine train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Irvine station.
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The distance between Cheltenham and Irvine is 446.8 km. The road distance is 540 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Irvine via Birmingham New Street, Warrington Bank Quay, and Glasgow Central in around 6h 57m.