The average train between Gateshead and Cheltenham takes 4h 24m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Gateshead 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 Gateshead and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gateshead is at 7:38 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 6:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Gateshead station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.
Gateshead to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.
Gateshead to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Gateshead to Cheltenham train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Gateshead and Cheltenham is 341.9 km. The road distance is 403 km.
You can take a train from Newcastle to Cheltenham Spa via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 55m.