The average train between Cheltenham and South Wales takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is an hourly train service from Cheltenham to South Wales. 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 South Wales. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 10:58 PM which arrives into South Wales at 7:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 26m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Cheltenham to South Wales? 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 South Wales. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at South Wales station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Cheltenham to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cwmbach station.
Book your Cheltenham to South Wales train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Cheltenham and South Wales is 93.5 km. The road distance is 135 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Cwmbach via Cardiff Central in around 2h 30m.