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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cheltenham Spa is to fly and train which costs £35 - £120 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cheltenham Spa is to fly and train which takes 4h 6m and costs £45 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Cheltenham Spa?

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

How far is it from Edinburgh to Cheltenham Spa?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cheltenham Spa is 390 miles. The road distance is 331.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cheltenham Spa without a car is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs £35 - £240.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cheltenham Spa takes 5h 44m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cheltenham Spa train from?

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

What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Cheltenham Spa?

Cheltenham Spa is 1h ahead of Edinburgh. It is currently 7:57 PM in Edinburgh and 8:57 PM in Cheltenham Spa.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cheltenham Spa train arrive?

Edinburgh to Cheltenham Spa train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cheltenham Spa?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cheltenham Spa is 331 miles. It takes approximately 5h 39m to drive from Edinburgh to Cheltenham Spa.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Cheltenham Spa train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham Spa?

There are 1474+ hotels available in Cheltenham Spa.

Edinburgh to Cheltenham Spa - 9 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Edinburgh to Cheltenham Spa 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
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1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cheltenham Spatrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 44m
£35–240
Drive 329.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Cheltenham Spacar 329.5 mi
5h 39m
£81–117
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
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 8m
£40–112
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
6h 13m
£46–221
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 6m
£48–142
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 52m
£47–168
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 55m
£53–202
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 10m
£120–406
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 41m
£92–326

Edinburgh to Cheltenham Spa by train

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Distance: 387.4 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £35–240 and the journey takes 5h 44m.

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