The average train between Stranraer and Cheltenham takes 10h and the fastest train takes 7h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer 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 4 times a day between Stranraer and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stranraer is at 7:40 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 10h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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14h 45m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Stranraer 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 Stranraer to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.
Stranraer to Cheltenham train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to Cheltenham train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Stranraer to Cheltenham train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Stranraer and Cheltenham is 386.9 km. The road distance is 703 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to Cheltenham Spa via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 9h 7m.