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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£123
Fastest journey
5 h 22 m
Average duration
5 h 35 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
456 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
Of the 6 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for Cheltenham Spa (CNM) 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 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 44 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 456 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£137 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 30m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C23749 | On time 06:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h44 | 11:50 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W10455+C23701 | On time 06:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h22 | 12:14 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| C23755 | On time 07:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h46 | 12:50 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C23760 | On time 08:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h43 | 13:50 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W10461+C23707 | On time 08:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h22 | 14:14 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
| C23768 | On time 09:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h43 | 14:50 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 16:07. The fastest train covers the 456 km distance in 5h 22m.
Distance 456 km |
Average train duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 5h 22m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 16:07 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM) from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) 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 Spa (CNM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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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