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Trip Overview

The average train between Accrington and Cheltenham takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Accrington 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.

4h 9m
Duration
165 mi
Distance
£71
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Accrington to Prestontrain train
  2. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain train
4h 22m
£61–95

Accrington to Cheltenham train times

Trains run hourly between Accrington and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Accrington is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 12:50 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 35m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 35m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 28m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 28m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Accrington 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.

Map of how to get from Accrington to Cheltenham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 165 mi
  • Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Accrington, England and Cheltenham, England?

You can take a train from Accrington to Cheltenham Spa via Preston and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 22m.

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