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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Cheltenham is to bus via Birmingham which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Cheltenham is to fly and train which takes 3h 58m and costs £45 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Royal Well Bus Station via Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Cheltenham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Cheltenham Spa. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Scotland to Cheltenham?

The distance between Scotland and Cheltenham is 340 miles. The road distance is 333.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Cheltenham without a car is to train via Warrington which takes 6h 2m and costs £130 - £360.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Scotland to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Cheltenham bus from?

Scotland to Cheltenham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Cheltenham train from?

Scotland to Cheltenham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Scotland to Cheltenham is to train via Warrington which takes 6h 2m and costs £130 - £360. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Scotland to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Scotland to Cheltenham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Scotland to Cheltenham train arrive?

Scotland to Cheltenham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Cheltenham is 333 miles. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Scotland to Cheltenham.

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

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

There are 11 ways to get from Scotland to Cheltenham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Warrington
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
6h 2m
£139–352
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 100
8h 26m
£44–70
Drive 331.5 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Cheltenhamcar 331.5 mi
5h 27m
£81–117
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spatrain
3h 58m
£48–133
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Cheltenham Spatrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
7h 1m
£170–600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 100
9h 40m
£52–71
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 10m
£58–150
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
£64–190
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
4h 1m
£54–175
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
4h 5m
£103–277
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cheltenham Spatrain
6h 30m
£105–244

Scotland to Cheltenham by train

104Weekly Trains

6h 2mAverage Duration

£139Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Scotland to Cheltenham.

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Distance: 338.4 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between Scotland and Cheltenham, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Cheltenham Spa via Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Station via Newhall St and Lordswood Rd in around 8h 26m.

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