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It takes an average of 6h 56m to travel from Cheltenham Spa to Chester-le-Street by train, over a distance of around 205 miles (331 km). There are normally 6 trains per day travelling from Cheltenham Spa to Chester-le-Street and tickets for this journey start from £118.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:02 | |
| Departure station | Cheltenham Spa | |
| Arrival station | Chester-le-Street | |
| Journey time | From 4h 1m | |
| Distance | 205 miles (331 km) | |
| Frequency | 6 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £118.20 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Cheltenham Spa to Chester-le-Street in 4 hours 1 minute
Thinking about taking the train from Cheltenham Spa to Chester-le-Street? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 56 minutes to travel the 205 miles (331 km) from Cheltenham Spa to Chester-le-Street by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 1 minute on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 6 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry to Chester-le-Street. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Cheltenham Spa to Chester-le-Street in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £118.20. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Chester-le-Street by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Cheltenham Spa to Chester-le-Street?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.