The average train between Hamilton and Cheltenham takes 6h 5m and the fastest train takes 4h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Hamilton 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 Hamilton and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hamilton is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 6h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Hamilton 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 Hamilton to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Hamilton station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.
Hamilton to Cheltenham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Motherwell station.
Hamilton to Cheltenham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Hamilton to Cheltenham train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hamilton and Cheltenham is 448.6 km. The road distance is 525 km.
You can take a train from Motherwell to Cheltenham Spa via Preston and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 54m.