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Trip Overview

The average train between Watford and Cheltenham takes 2h 41m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Watford 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.

2h 41m
Duration
140 mi
Distance
£61
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Watford to Cheltenham train times

Trains run hourly between Watford and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 6:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 42m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 42m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 42m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 4m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 52m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 42m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 42m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 42m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 42m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country2h 19m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Watford 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 Watford to Cheltenham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 140.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 41m

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

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Cheltenham Spa via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 17m.

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