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Outbound fromCheltenham Spa to Telford Central by train
It takes an average of 2h 48m to travel from Cheltenham Spa to Telford Central by train, over a distance of around 56 miles (90 km). There are normally 43 trains per day travelling from Cheltenham Spa to Telford Central and tickets for this journey start from £54.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:01 | |
| Departure station | Cheltenham Spa | |
| Arrival station | Telford Central | |
| Journey time | From 1h 38m | |
| Distance | 56 miles (90 km) | |
| Frequency | 43 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £54.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
How to travel from Cheltenham Spa to Telford Central by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Cheltenham Spa to Telford Central? Look no further.
You'll usually find 43 trains per day running between Cheltenham Spa and Telford Central, which usually take 2 hours 48 minutes to complete the 56 miles (90 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 38 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Telford Central by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Cheltenham Spa to Telford Central start from £54.50 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Telford Central? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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