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

The cheapest train tickets from Cheltenham to Edinburgh start from £50. The average price for this train route is around £103. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cheltenham to Edinburgh?

The average train journey time from Cheltenham to Edinburgh is 5h 57m, covering a distance of 284 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 48m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Cheltenham to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Cheltenham to Edinburgh departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 17:12.

Train Cheltenham to Edinburgh from £48

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cheltenham to Edinburgh on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:19	Cheltenham Spa	5h 46m	13:05	Waverley	No tags
Train	08:15	Cheltenham Spa	5h 54m	14:09	Waverley	No tags
Train	15:15	Cheltenham Spa	5h 49m	21:04	Waverley	No tags
Train	16:15	Cheltenham Spa	5h 59m	22:14	Waverley	No tags
Train	17:15	Cheltenham Spa	5h 50m	23:05	Waverley	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 5 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just £50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

5h 57mAverage duration

284 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£26 - £94	Average duration14h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£50 - £542	Average duration5h 57m	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 Cheltenham to Edinburgh 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 Cheltenham to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Cheltenham to Edinburgh start from £50. The average price for this train route is around £103. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cheltenham to Edinburgh?
The average train journey time from Cheltenham to Edinburgh is 5h 57m, covering a distance of 284 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 48m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Cheltenham to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cheltenham to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Cheltenham to Edinburgh departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 17:12.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£62

10/12

£49

Today

£49

12/12

£98

13/12

£96

14/12

£96

15/12

No data

16/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Edinburgh was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £49

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

You can expect to pay from £49 to £272 for a train ticket from Cheltenham to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £96, which is on 2025-12-13.