The average train between Holyhead and Cheltenham Spa takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Cheltenham Spa. 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 4 hours between Holyhead and Cheltenham Spa. The earliest departure is at 4:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 7:48 PM which arrives into Cheltenham Spa at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Holyhead to Cheltenham Spa? 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 Holyhead to Cheltenham Spa. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Cheltenham Spa station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.
Holyhead to Cheltenham Spa train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Cheltenham Spa train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Holyhead to Cheltenham Spa train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Holyhead and Cheltenham Spa is 232.3 km. The road distance is 325 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Cheltenham Spa via Stafford and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 11m.