Thurso to Cheltenham Spa by train
| First train | 05:50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 15:32 | |
| Departure station | Thurso | |
| Arrival station | Cheltenham Spa | |
| Journey time | From 13h 24m | |
| Distance | 466 miles (750 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Thurso to Cheltenham Spa in 13 hours 24 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Thurso to Cheltenham Spa? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 17 hours 19 minutes to travel the 466 miles (750 km) from Thurso to Cheltenham Spa by train, although you can get there in as little as 13 hours 24 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 3 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to Cheltenham Spa. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Thurso to Cheltenham Spa in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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 Cheltenham Spa by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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