The average train between Rotherham and Cheltenham takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Rotherham 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 Rotherham and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 7:58 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 10:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Rotherham station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Rotherham to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.
Rotherham to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Rotherham to Cheltenham train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Rotherham and Cheltenham is 177 km. The road distance is 206 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 1h 53m.