The average train between Ayr and Cheltenham takes 7h 30m and the fastest train takes 6h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Ayr to Cheltenham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Ayr and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ayr is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 7h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Cheltenham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.
Ayr to Cheltenham train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Cheltenham train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Ayr to Cheltenham train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Ayr and Cheltenham is 430.3 km. The road distance is 610 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Cheltenham Spa via Glasgow Central, Wigan North Western, and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 26m.