The average train between Manchester and Cheltenham takes 2h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester 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 3 hours between Manchester and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 5:03 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 7:27 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at Cheltenham station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.
Manchester to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Manchester to Cheltenham train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Manchester and Cheltenham is 176.1 km. The road distance is 204 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spa every 3 hours. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 26m.