The average train between Cheltenham and Knighton takes 5h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Cheltenham to Knighton. 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 4 times a day between Cheltenham and Knighton. The earliest departure is at 9:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Knighton at 9:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Knighton? 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 Knighton. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Knighton station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.
Cheltenham to Knighton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Knighton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Knighton station.
Book your Cheltenham to Knighton train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Cheltenham and Knighton is 82.6 km. The road distance is 193 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Knighton via Birmingham New Street and Shrewsbury in around 3h 41m.