The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£349
Average price
£406
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h 28 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
583 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Cheltenham will cost around £406 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £349.
Of the 4 trains that leave Aberdeen for Cheltenham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 583 km distance in an average of 10 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Aberdeen to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £164.
Distance: 583 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£184 Average Price | £105 Average Price | £66 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 15m Average total duration 23h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Aberdeen to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Cheltenham trains for tomorrow, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:57 Aberdeen | 8h53 | 14:50 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:20 Aberdeen | 8h30 | 16:50 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:52 Aberdeen | 8h58 | 18:50 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Cheltenham
Trains from Aberdeen to Cheltenham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £164 but you can travel from only £52 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 15:15. The fastest train covers the 583 km distance in 7h 55m.
Distance 583 km |
Average train duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £164 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 55m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 15:15 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, LNER, Cross Country, ScotRail from Aberdeen to Cheltenham trainsAvanti West Coast, LNER, Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Aberdeen and Cheltenham from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Cheltenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Cheltenham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cheltenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Cheltenham
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
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