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Cheltenham Spa to Balloch by train

First train

08:15

Last train

12:15

Departure station

Cheltenham Spa

Arrival station

Balloch

Journey time

From 6h 17m

Distance

301 miles (485 km)

Changes

2 changes

Price

From £66.30

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast

Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch in 6 hours 17 minutes

If you want to travel from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch by train to take around 7 hours 34 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 6 hours 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 301 miles (485 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Balloch. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch start from £66.30 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Cheltenham Spa and Balloch by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch is 6 hours and 17 minutes.

How much does the train from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch cost?

Train ticket prices from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch can start from as little as £66.30 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.

Is there a direct train from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch?

No, there are no direct train services from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch. Travelling from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch leave?

The first train from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch leaves at 08:15. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch leave?

The last train from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch leaves at 12:15. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Cheltenham Spa and Balloch by train?

Trains travelling from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch cover a distance of around 301 miles (485 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch

Train tickets from Cheltenham Spa to Balloch start at £66.30 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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