The average train between Aberdare and Cheltenham takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 23m. There is an hourly train service from Aberdare 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 Aberdare and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdare is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 7:27 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Aberdare station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Aberdare to Cheltenham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.
Aberdare to Cheltenham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Aberdare to Cheltenham train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Aberdare and Cheltenham is 96.4 km. The road distance is 137 km.
You can take a train from Aberdare to Cheltenham Spa via Cardiff Central in around 2h 41m.