The average train between Cheltenham and Perth takes 8h 9m and the fastest train takes 6h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham to Perth. 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 every 2 hours between Cheltenham and Perth. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Perth at 12:18 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Perth? 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 Cheltenham to Perth. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Perth station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.
Cheltenham to Perth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Perth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Perth station.
Book your Cheltenham to Perth train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Cheltenham and Perth is 507.5 km. The road distance is 645 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Perth via Birmingham New Street, Wigan North Western, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 7h 44m.