The average train between South Shields and Cheltenham takes 4h 44m and the fastest train takes 4h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from South Shields 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 South Shields and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Shields is at 5:56 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 10:50 PM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 4h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from South Shields 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 South Shields to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from South Shields station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.
South Shields to Cheltenham train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Cheltenham train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
The distance between South Shields and Cheltenham is 347.2 km. The road distance is 442 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £140–210 and the journey takes 4h 9m.