The average train between Dover and Cheltenham takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Dover 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 every 2 hours between Dover and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 43m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Dover 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 Dover to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory station and arriving at Cheltenham Spa station via London St Pancras Intl station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Dover to Cheltenham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Cheltenham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
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The distance between Dover and Cheltenham is 250 km. The road distance is 273 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Cheltenham Spa via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 13m.