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Streatham to Cheltenham Spa by train

First train

05:09

Last train

20:06

Departure station

Streatham

Arrival station

Cheltenham Spa

Journey time

From 3h 0m

Distance

91 miles (146 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern

Travelling from Streatham to Cheltenham Spa by train

Looking to travel from Streatham to Cheltenham Spa by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 21 minutes to travel from Streatham to Cheltenham Spa by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 91 miles (146 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Cheltenham Spa, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Thameslink or CrossCountry to get to Cheltenham Spa. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Streatham to Cheltenham Spa in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

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

How long does the train from Streatham to Cheltenham Spa take?

The average journey time by train between Streatham and Cheltenham Spa is 3 hours and 21 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

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

The fastest journey time by train from Streatham to Cheltenham Spa is 3 hours and 0 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Streatham to Cheltenham Spa?

No, there are no direct train services from Streatham to Cheltenham Spa. Travelling from Streatham to Cheltenham Spa by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

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

The first train from Streatham to Cheltenham Spa leaves at 05:09. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Streatham to Cheltenham Spa leaves at 20:06. 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 Streatham and Cheltenham Spa by train?

Trains travelling from Streatham to Cheltenham Spa cover a distance of around 91 miles (146 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Streatham to Cheltenham Spa

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† 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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