Leicester to Cheltenham train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Leicester to Cheltenham by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Leicester to Cheltenham take around 1 hour and 40 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 105 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Leicester is scheduled to depart at around  06:17. The last departure is usually at around 22:55 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Leicester at around 05:48, with the last train leaving at around 22:19. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 45 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 26 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$81.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Cheltenham, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Cheltenham.

Is there a direct train from Leicester to Cheltenham?

The journey between Leicester and Cheltenham usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Leicester to Cheltenham every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Leicester to Cheltenham?

The Leicester to Cheltenham train travel takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Leicester to Cheltenham train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cheltenham leaving Leicester at around 06:17 and the last train leaving at around 22:55 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Leicester at around 05:48, with the final departure at 22:19.