4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£135
Average price
£205
Fastest journey
5 h 6 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
456 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Edinburgh will cost around £205 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £135.
Of the 7 trains that leave Cheltenham for Edinburgh every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 456 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 56 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.
G66987+
W341447:145h06Cheltenham Spa (CNM)12:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1351One-way1 change- G01064+W33935+
W8518210:125h24Cheltenham Spa (CNM)15:36Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1691One-way2 changes - G0106410:125h55Cheltenham Spa (CNM)16:07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1951One-way0 changes
- G010608:125h58Cheltenham Spa (CNM)14:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2151One-way0 changes
- G669877:145h56Cheltenham Spa (CNM)13:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2151One-way0 changes
- G66987+W341447:145h06Cheltenham Spa (CNM)12:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1351One-way1 change
- G01062+W339419:125h07Cheltenham Spa (CNM)14:19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2511One-way1 change
- G01064+W33935+W8518210:125h24Cheltenham Spa (CNM)15:36Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1691One-way2 changes
- G0106410:125h55Cheltenham Spa (CNM)16:07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1951One-way0 changes
- G669877:145h56Cheltenham Spa (CNM)13:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cheltenham to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 456 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£125 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 25m Average total duration 10h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cheltenham to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Edinburgh trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 14:12 Cheltenham | 5h57 | 20:09 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
| G66987 | 7:14 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 5h56 | 13:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66987+W34144 | 7:14 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 5h06 | 12:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G01060 | 8:12 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 5h58 | 14:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01062 | 9:12 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 5h58 | 15:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01062+W33941 | 9:12 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 5h07 | 14:19 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G01064 | 10:12 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 5h55 | 16:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01064+W33935+W85182 | 10:12 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 5h24 | 15:36 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Edinburgh
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Trains from Cheltenham to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 18:15. The fastest train covers the 456 km distance in 5h 6m.
Distance 456 km |
Average train duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 6m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 18:15 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country from Cheltenham to Edinburgh trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Cheltenham and Edinburgh from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cheltenham to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham and Edinburgh
Most Cheltenham to Edinburgh trains use the Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Cheltenham and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cheltenham station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Cheltenham Spa from Cheltenham city centre
Cheltenham Spa is 1 km from Cheltenham city centre. Public transport options include:
Cheltenham Spa train station facilities and services
Cheltenham Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Railway Inn, The Coconut Tree
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cheltenham Spa. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Cheltenham Spa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheltenham Spa: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Queens Hotel Cheltenham, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham, Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
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