The average train between Harwich and Cheltenham takes 4h 54m and the fastest train takes 4h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Harwich to Cheltenham. 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 Harwich and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harwich is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 9:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Manningtree and take an average of 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Harwich to Cheltenham? 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 Harwich to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Harwich station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.
Harwich to Cheltenham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.
Harwich to Cheltenham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Harwich to Cheltenham train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Harwich and Cheltenham is 230.7 km. The road distance is 313 km.
You can take a train from Harwich Town to Cheltenham Spa via Manningtree, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 4h 47m.