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 £21 - £70 and takes 7h 35m.

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 21m and costs £35 - £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 Cheltenham and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

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 via Preston which takes 5h 51m and costs £40 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m 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 FlixBus, depart from Cheltenham 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 via Preston which takes 5h 51m and costs £40 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £70 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Scotland bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Scotland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St 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 24m to drive from Cheltenham to Scotland.

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

Book your Cheltenham to Scotland train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Cheltenham to Scotland bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Scotland?

There are 1376+ hotels available in Scotland.

Cheltenham to Scotland - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 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 via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Central
5h 51m
£43–229
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham to Newhall StUk077
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus StationUkn30 / ...
7h 35m
£21–66
Drive 331.7 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Glasgow331.7 mi
5h 24m
£81–117
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
3h 56m
£49–127
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Glasgow CentralPlymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
7h 3m
£170–600
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
3h 37m
£39–112
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
3h 40m
£49–141
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3h 21m
£37–131
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
3h 54m
£89–246
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow 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 Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
5h 26m
£77–295

Cheltenham to Scotland by train

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Distance: 338.4 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Scotland?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Glasgow Central via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cheltenham to Buchanan Bus Station via Newhall St in around 7h 35m.

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