The average train between Cheltenham and Colne takes 4h 56m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham to Colne. 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 Cheltenham and Colne. The earliest departure is at 7:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Colne at 9:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Colne? 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 Cheltenham to Colne. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Colne station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.
Cheltenham to Colne train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Colne train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Colne station.
Book your Cheltenham to Colne train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Cheltenham and Colne is 217.7 km. The road distance is 284 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Colne via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 5h 8m.