The average train between Strood and Cheltenham takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Strood 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 Strood and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Strood is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Strood 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 Strood to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Strood station and arriving at Cheltenham station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Strood to Cheltenham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.
Strood to Cheltenham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Strood to Cheltenham train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Strood and Cheltenham is 185.2 km. The road distance is 249 km.
You can take a train from Strood to Cheltenham Spa via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 40m.