The average train between Norwich and Cheltenham takes 5h 25m and the fastest train takes 4h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Norwich 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 Norwich and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Norwich is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 8:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Ely and take an average of 5h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Norwich 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 Norwich to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Norwich station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.
Norwich to Cheltenham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Norwich station.
Norwich to Cheltenham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Norwich to Cheltenham train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Norwich and Cheltenham is 243.7 km. The road distance is 354 km.
You can take a train from Norwich to Cheltenham Spa via Ely and Birmingham New Street in around 5h.