The average train between Luton and Cheltenham takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Luton 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 Luton and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 5:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Luton is at 8:29 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Luton 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 Luton to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Luton station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Luton to Cheltenham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Cheltenham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Luton to Cheltenham train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Luton and Cheltenham is 114.1 km. The road distance is 249 km.
You can take a train from Luton to Cheltenham Spa via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 3h 45m.