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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Cheltenham takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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.

3h 2m
Duration
160 mi
Distance
£69
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to Cheltenham train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 10:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 30m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 32m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 31m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 30m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 32m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 31m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 32m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 31m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 32m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 33m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 32m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 32m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 30m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 32m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 31m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 30m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 32m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 31m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 30m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 32m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 31m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 31m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston 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.

Map of how to get from Preston to Cheltenham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 159.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Cheltenham, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Cheltenham Spa via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 31m.

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