The average train between Carnforth and Cheltenham takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Carnforth 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 every 2 hours between Carnforth and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carnforth is at 8:38 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster 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 Carnforth 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 Carnforth to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Carnforth station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Carnforth to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Lancaster station.
Carnforth to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Carnforth to Cheltenham train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Carnforth and Cheltenham is 252 km. The road distance is 282 km.
You can take a train from Carnforth to Cheltenham Spa via Lancaster and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 18m.