The average train between Cheltenham and Spalding takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Cheltenham to Spalding. 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 3 hours between Cheltenham and Spalding. The earliest departure is at 7:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Spalding at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Spalding? 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 Spalding. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Spalding station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Cheltenham to Spalding train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Spalding train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Peterborough station.
Book your Cheltenham to Spalding train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Cheltenham and Spalding is 164 km. The road distance is 246 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Spalding via Birmingham New Street and Peterborough in around 4h 24m.