The average train between Slough and Cheltenham takes 2h 9m and the fastest train takes 1h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Slough 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 Slough and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Slough is at 9:24 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Slough 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 Slough to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Slough station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.
Slough to Cheltenham train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Reading station.
Slough to Cheltenham train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Slough to Cheltenham train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Slough and Cheltenham is 111.1 km. The road distance is 164 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 33m.