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Chester to Cheltenham Spa trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Cheltenham Spa takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Cheltenham Spa. 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 56m
Duration
118 mi
Distance
£55
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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  1. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Streettrain train Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 38m
£42–86

Chester to Cheltenham Spa train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Cheltenham Spa. The earliest departure is at 5:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Cheltenham Spa at 7:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 31m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross Country2h 28m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country2h 25m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country2h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 31m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross Country2h 28m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country2h 25m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country2h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 31m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross Country2h 28m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country2h 25m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country2h 17m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester to Cheltenham Spa? 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.

Map of how to get from Chester to Cheltenham Spa.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 118.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Cheltenham Spa, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Cheltenham Spa via Crewe and Birmingham New Street in around 2h 38m.

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