The average train between Stirling and Cheltenham takes 7h 2m and the fastest train takes 5h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Stirling 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 Stirling and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stirling is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 7h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Stirling 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 Stirling to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Stirling station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.
Stirling to Cheltenham train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling station.
Stirling to Cheltenham train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Stirling to Cheltenham train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Stirling and Cheltenham is 484.5 km. The road distance is 593 km.
You can take a train from Stirling to Cheltenham Spa via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Wigan North Western, and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 32m.