The average train between Richmond and Cheltenham takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Richmond 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 Richmond and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Richmond is at 8:36 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Richmond 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 Richmond to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Richmond station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.
Richmond to Cheltenham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Richmond (London) station.
Richmond to Cheltenham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Richmond to Cheltenham train tickets online with South Western Railway and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Richmond and Cheltenham is 131.6 km. The road distance is 189 km.
You can take a train from Richmond (London) to Cheltenham Spa via Reading in around 3h 33m.