Travelling from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham by train

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

The fastest trains from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham take around 3 hours, covering a distance of approximately 158 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Gatwick Airport is scheduled to depart at around  03:21. The last departure is usually at around 23:35 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Gatwick Airport at around 05:24, with the last train leaving at around 20:15. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 79 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 7 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €26.56.

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 Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham?

The Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham train travel takes about 3 hours, no matter when you leave.

What are the Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cheltenham leaving Gatwick Airport at around 03:21 and the last train leaving at around 23:35 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Gatwick Airport at around 05:24, with the final departure at 20:15.