The average train between Blackpool and Cheltenham takes 3h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool 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 Blackpool and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 6:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Blackpool 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 Blackpool to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.
Blackpool to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Blackpool to Cheltenham train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Blackpool and Cheltenham is 222.8 km. The road distance is 266 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Cheltenham Spa via Preston and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 1m.