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 £50 - £130 and takes 4h 21m.

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 £45 - £150.

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 Cheltenham and arriving at Grahamston Station via Newhall St and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

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 38m.

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 38m and costs £170 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m 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 FlixBus, 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 38m and costs £170 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h.

Where does the Cheltenham to Falkirk bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Falkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, 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 40m 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?

There are 842+ hotels available in Falkirk.

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 StaffordBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 38m
£171–293
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
4h 4m
£48–146
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston StationX37
9h
Drive 337.8 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Falkirk337.8 mi
5h 40m
£83–120
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4h 21m
£59–137
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk GrahamstonEdinburgh - Dunblane / ...
6h 50m
£51–249
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
4h 5m
£58–151
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
4h 21m
£50–127
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
5h 42m
£121–415
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
6h 11m
£101–325
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk Grahamston
6h 14m
£59–216

Cheltenham to Falkirk by train

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6h 38mAverage Duration

£171Cheapest Price

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Distance: 361 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

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 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cheltenham to Grahamston Station via Newhall St and Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h.

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