The average train between Perth and Cheltenham takes 7h 47m and the fastest train takes 6h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Perth 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 every 2 hours between Perth and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 7h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Perth 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 Perth to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.
Perth to Cheltenham train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Cheltenham train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Perth to Cheltenham train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Perth and Cheltenham is 507.5 km. The road distance is 645 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Cheltenham Spa via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 3m.