The average train between Cheltenham and Irvine takes 7h 6m and the fastest train takes 5h 49m. 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 every 2 hours between Cheltenham and Irvine. The earliest departure is at 7:14 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 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want 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 station and arriving at Irvine station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.
Cheltenham to Irvine train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Irvine train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Irvine station.
Book your Cheltenham to Irvine train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cheltenham and Irvine is 446.8 km. The road distance is 592 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Irvine via Birmingham New Street, Preston, and Glasgow Central in around 6h 48m.