The average train between Heathrow and Cheltenham takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Heathrow 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 hourly between Heathrow and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Heathrow is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Heathrow station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Heathrow to Cheltenham train services, operated by Heathrow Express, depart from London Paddington station.
Heathrow to Cheltenham train services, operated by Heathrow Express, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Heathrow to Cheltenham train tickets online with Heathrow Express and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Heathrow and Cheltenham is 122 km. The road distance is 216 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £50–110 and the journey takes 1h 59m.