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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Scotland is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 8h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Scotland is to train and fly which takes 3h 19m and costs £55 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Scotland station. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Arle Court Transport Hub, Lordswood Road and Newhall Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Glasgow Central. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Scotland?

The distance between Cheltenham and Scotland is 340 miles. The road distance is 333.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Scotland without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Cheltenham to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Scotland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Scotland train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Scotland?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Scotland is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 8h 58m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Scotland bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Scotland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Road station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Scotland train arrive?

Cheltenham to Scotland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Scotland is 334 miles. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Cheltenham to Scotland.

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

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Where can I stay near Scotland?

There are 1518+ hotels available in Scotland.

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

There are 11 ways to get from Cheltenham to Scotland 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
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 49m
£123–242
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Lordswood Roadbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
8h 58m
£39–75
Drive 331.7 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Glasgowcar 331.7 mi
5h 27m
£83–119
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
3h 45m
£54–167
Train via Lancaster
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lancastertrain
3. Take the train from Lancaster to Glasgow Centraltrain
6h 1m
£123–217
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Glasgow Centraltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
7h 3m
£220–310
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
3h 39m
£64–149
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 4m
£67–162
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3h 19m
£58–139
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
3h 57m
£100–256
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow 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 Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LTN - GLA
5h 29m
£115–266

Cheltenham to Scotland by train

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Distance: 338.4 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Scotland?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Glasgow Central via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Promenade to Buchanan Bus Station via Arle Court Transport Hub, Lordswood Road, and Newhall Street in around 8h 58m.

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