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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)

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34

train journeys
per day

138

miles (223 kms)

3hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Cheltenham Spa , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa is approximately 138 miles (223 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 38 mins.

GWR, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Cheltenham Spa.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:12
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    09:14
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:46
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:11
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    10:13
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:31
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:25
    3 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:13
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:32
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:13
    4 hrs 3 changes
    12:13
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:10
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    13:13
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:44
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:31
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:10
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    14:13
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:41
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:10
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    15:13
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:42
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:10
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    16:13
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:42
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    16:31
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:10
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    17:13
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:41
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    17:30
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:10
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    18:13
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:42
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    18:31
    Ipswich
    Cheltenham Spa
    Ipswich to Cheltenham Spa

About Ipswich Station

Station name Ipswich (IPS)
Address Ipswich station, Burrell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8AL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 21:20
Saturday 05:00 - 21:20
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 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 Ipswich and Cheltenham Spa

The travel time between Ipswich and Cheltenham Spa by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Cheltenham Spa vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

First class tickets on trains between Ipswich and Cheltenham Spa typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Ipswich 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 Ipswich & Cheltenham Spa. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Cheltenham Spa.

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