The average train between Chorley and Cheltenham takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Chorley to Cheltenham. 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 Chorley and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 6:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chorley is at 8:41 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 6:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chorley to Cheltenham? 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 Chorley to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Chorley station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Chorley to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Chorley to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Chorley to Cheltenham train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Chorley and Cheltenham is 197.9 km. The road distance is 252 km.
You can take a train from Chorley to Cheltenham Spa via Preston and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 57m.