The average train between Cheltenham and Witham takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham to Witham. 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 Witham. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Witham at 12:34 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Witham? 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 Witham. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Witham station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
Cheltenham to Witham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Witham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Witham (Essex) station.
Book your Cheltenham to Witham train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Cheltenham and Witham is 187.2 km. The road distance is 262 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Witham (Essex) via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 7m.