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Trains from Bedford to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)

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32

train journeys
per day

70

miles (114 kms)

3hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

04:43 / 00:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Bedford to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Bedford and Cheltenham Spa , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bedford to Cheltenham Spa is approximately 70 miles (114 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 8 mins.

GWR, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Cheltenham Spa.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bedford to Cheltenham Spa. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Bedford to Cheltenham Spa Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:43
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:32
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    09:50
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:11
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    10:14
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:28
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:32
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    11:50
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:30
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:48
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:31
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    13:14
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:48
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:31
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:26
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    14:14
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:48
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:26
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    15:14
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:48
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:26
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    16:14
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:48
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    16:31
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:26
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:18
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:48
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    17:30
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:26
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    18:18
    Bedford
    Cheltenham Spa
    Bedford to Cheltenham Spa

About Bedford Station

Station name Bedford (BDM)
Address Bedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:00
Saturday 05:45 - 21:00
Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Cheltenham Spa Station

Station name Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Address Cheltenham Spa station, Queens Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 8NP
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bedford and Cheltenham Spa

The travel time between Bedford and Cheltenham Spa by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bedford and Cheltenham Spa vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:53.

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Amenities on trains between Bedford and Cheltenham Spa can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bedford & Cheltenham Spa. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Cheltenham Spa.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Bedford and Cheltenham Spa, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.