The average train between Scotland and Cheltenham takes 5h 50m and the fastest train takes 5h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Scotland 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 Scotland and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotland is at 8:06 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 8:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 5h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Scotland 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 Scotland to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Scotland station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
Scotland to Cheltenham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Scotland to Cheltenham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Scotland to Cheltenham train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Scotland and Cheltenham is 559 km. The road distance is 545 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Cheltenham Spa via Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 5m.