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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Falkirk is to train and fly which costs £45 - £130 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Falkirk is to train and fly which takes 4h 4m and costs £40 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Falkirk station. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Grahamston Station via Cheltenham, Newhall St and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston via Stafford and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Falkirk?

The distance between Cheltenham and Falkirk is 363 miles. The road distance is 339.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Falkirk without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 6h 37m and costs £120 - £360.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Cheltenham to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Falkirk bus from?

Cheltenham to Falkirk bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Cheltenham station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Falkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Falkirk is to train via Stafford which takes 6h 37m and costs £120 - £360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 33m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Falkirk bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Falkirk bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Falkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Falkirk is 340 miles. It takes approximately 5h 43m to drive from Cheltenham to Falkirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Falkirk?

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

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

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

Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Staffordtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 37m
£129–358
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
4h 4m
£43–136
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham to Newhall Stbus
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston Stationbus X37
10h 33m
Drive 337.8 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Falkirkcar 337.8 mi
5h 43m
£83–120
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
4h 21m
£57–137
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk Grahamstontrain Edinburgh - Dunblane / ...
6h 49m
£51–234
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
4h 6m
£55–151
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
4h 19m
£48–122
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
5h 44m
£118–425
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
6h 12m
£91–334
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk Grahamstontrain
6h 7m
£52–216

Cheltenham to Falkirk by train

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6h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 361 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Falkirk Grahamston via Stafford and Haymarket in around 6h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Promenade to Grahamston Station via Arle Court Transport Hub, Cheltenham, Newhall St, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 10h 33m.

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