The average train between Southport and Cheltenham takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Southport 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 Southport and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southport is at 7:56 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 6:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Southport 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 Southport to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Southport station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.
Southport to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Southport to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Southport to Cheltenham train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Southport and Cheltenham is 204 km. The road distance is 242 km.
You can take a train from Southport to Cheltenham Spa via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 1m.