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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cheltenham is to fly and train which costs £55 - £130 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cheltenham is to fly and train which takes 4h 8m and costs £55 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Cheltenham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Cheltenham Spa. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cheltenham is 340 miles. The road distance is 331.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cheltenham without a car is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 5h 14m and costs £120 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Edinburgh to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cheltenham train from?

Edinburgh to Cheltenham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cheltenham train arrive?

Edinburgh to Cheltenham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cheltenham is 331 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Edinburgh to Cheltenham.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Cheltenham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

There are 1364+ hotels available in Cheltenham.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Edinburgh to Cheltenham by train, 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 Wolverhampton
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wolverhamptontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
5h 14m
£128–208
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spatrain
4h 11m
£54–132
Drive 329.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Cheltenhamcar 329.2 mi
5h 42m
£82–119
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cheltenham Spatrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 44m
£200–290
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
6h 41m
£145–230
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
4h 8m
£60–126
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spatrain
4h 59m
£68–164
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
4h 57m
£72–163
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cheltenham Spatrain
6h 6m
£130–364
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cheltenham Spatrain
6h 42m
£106–240

Edinburgh to Cheltenham by train

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5h 14mAverage Duration

£128Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Cheltenham.

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Distance: 338.1 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cheltenham Spa via Wolverhampton and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 14m.

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