What is the cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Aberdeen?

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 12h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Aberdeen?

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Aberdeen is to train and fly which takes 4h 30m and costs £80 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Arle Court Transport Hub, Lordswood Rd, Newhall St and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Aberdeen. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 29m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Aberdeen?

The distance between Cheltenham and Aberdeen is 392 miles. The road distance is 451.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cheltenham to Aberdeen without a car?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 8h 29m and costs £278 - £279.

How long does it take to get from Cheltenham to Aberdeen?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Cheltenham to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Aberdeen bus from?

Cheltenham to Aberdeen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Aberdeen train from?

Cheltenham to Aberdeen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Aberdeen is to train which takes 8h 29m and costs £278 - £279. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 12h 26m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Aberdeen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Aberdeen train arrive?

Cheltenham to Aberdeen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Aberdeen is 451 miles. It takes approximately 7h 36m to drive from Cheltenham to Aberdeen.

How do I get a train ticket from Cheltenham to Aberdeen?

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Cheltenham to Aberdeen - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Cheltenham to Aberdeen by train, plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
4h 30m
£81–216
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Lordswood Rdbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M9
12h 26m
£44–94
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Aberdeentrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
8h 29m
£278–279
Drive 448.4 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Aberdeencar 448.4 mi
7h 36m
£109–157
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BRS - ABZ
4h 51m
£75–198
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
6h
£107–426
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
6h 11m
£92–281
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
6h 40m
£56–191
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LGW - ABZ
7h 6m
£81–335
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LTN - ABZ
6h 29m
£80–322
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
8h 48m
£114–271

Cheltenham to Aberdeen by train

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8h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 389.5 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Aberdeen, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Aberdeen once daily. Tickets cost £278–279 and the journey takes 8h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Promenade to Union Square Bus Station via Arle Court Transport Hub, Lordswood Rd, Newhall St, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 26m.

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