The average train between Rochdale and Cheltenham takes 6h 44m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale 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 3 times a day between Rochdale and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:15 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 6h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 43m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale 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 Rochdale to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.
Rochdale to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Rochdale to Cheltenham train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rochdale and Cheltenham is 191.1 km. The road distance is 221 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Cheltenham Spa via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 43m.