The average train between Brighton and Cheltenham takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Brighton 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 Brighton and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Brighton is at 7:28 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Brighton 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 Brighton to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Brighton to Cheltenham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.
Brighton to Cheltenham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Brighton to Cheltenham train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Brighton and Cheltenham is 179.8 km. The road distance is 282 km.
You can take a train from Brighton to Cheltenham Spa via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 4h 22m.