How much does a train ticket cost from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Cheltenham start from £50. The average price for this train route is around £238. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?

The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Cheltenham is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 284 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 42m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Cheltenham route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?

The earliest train from Edinburgh to Cheltenham departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 17:07.

Train Edinburgh to Cheltenham from £47

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Edinburgh to Cheltenham on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:07	Waverley	5h 43m	13:50	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	09:07	Waverley	5h 43m	14:50	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	15:07	Waverley	5h 43m	20:50	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	16:07	Waverley	5h 43m	21:50	Cheltenham Spa	No tags
Train	17:07	Waverley	5h 43m	22:50	Cheltenham Spa	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Cheltenham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

5h 45mAverage duration

284 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£33 - £95	Average duration15h 15m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£50 - £529	Average duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £50

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Cheltenham by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Cheltenham start from £50. The average price for this train route is around £238. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?
The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Cheltenham is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 284 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 42m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Cheltenham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Cheltenham departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 17:07.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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£68

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£223

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£97

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£48

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The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Cheltenham was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £48

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Cheltenham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £48 to £510 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £48, which is on 2025-12-15.