The average train between Cheltenham and Kew takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham to Kew. 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 Cheltenham and Kew. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Kew at 11:39 PM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 40m • 2 changes


2h 45m • 2 changes


2h 40m • 2 changes


2h 36m • 2 changes


2h 40m • 2 changes


2h 45m • 2 changes


2h 40m • 2 changes


2h 36m • 2 changes


2h 40m • 2 changes


2h 45m • 2 changes


2h 40m • 2 changes


2h 36m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Kew? 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 Kew. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Kew station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.
Cheltenham to Kew train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Kew train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Cheltenham to Kew train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and London Underground (Tube).
The distance between Cheltenham and Kew is 131.8 km. The road distance is 204 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £50–110 and the journey takes 1h 57m.