W298626:025h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:51Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£2151One-way0 changes
W298738:085h42Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:50Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£2511One-way0 changes
W33933+
G011098:525h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:14Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£2511One-way1 change
W298687:035h47Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:50Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£2511One-way0 changes
W34265+
G011026:525h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:14Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£2511One-way1 change
W33933+
G011098:525h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:14Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£2511One-way1 change
W34265+
G011026:525h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:14Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£2511One-way1 change
G01180 · W29866+
G081757:005h33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:33Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£5261One-way2 changes
W298738:085h42Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:50Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£2511One-way0 changes
W298687:035h47Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:50Cheltenham Spa (CNM)£2511One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
The cheapest option from Edinburgh Waverley to Cheltenham Spa is flight, with an average price of £39. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley to Cheltenham Spa among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 456 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£114 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest option | £41 Average Price |
6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 30m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 23m 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, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W29862 | 6:02 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h49 | 11:51 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34265+ G01102 | 6:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h22 | 12:14 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
G08175+ G01180 · W29866 | 7:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h33 | 12:33 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 2 changes | |
W29868 | 7:03 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h47 | 12:50 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W29873 | 8:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h42 | 13:50 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33933+ G01109 | 8:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h22 | 14:14 Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Typically, there are 8 trains per day from Edinburgh Waverley to Cheltenham Spa, including 5 direct trains, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 17:04. The fastest train covers the 456 km distance in 5h 22m.
Distance 456 km |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Lowest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 5h 22m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 17:04 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM) from £19. 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)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Cheltenham Spa station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
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