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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £67 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £67, while a flight costs an average of £288.
Distance: 583 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£237 Average Price | £288 Average Price | £67 Average Price Cheapest | £121 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 19m Average total duration 7h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 22m Average total duration 16h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to Cheltenham:
A coach is £171 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aberdeen to Cheltenham costing on average £237.
A coach is £222 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aberdeen to Cheltenham costing on average £288.
Other travel options to Cheltenham take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 19m.
Coach takes on average 17h 22m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (7h 49m by train vs 8h 4m by car). Tickets start at around £237 compared to roughly £121 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Cheltenham from Aberdeen by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Aberdeen to Cheltenham is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Cheltenham are Gloucester, Stroud, Bristol, Bath and Cirencester. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Cheltenham on Omio.
Gloucester is known for its great cathedral and restored Victorian docks on the River Severn. Medieval streets, rugby culture and waterside museums give the city a practical West Country character.
Stroud is a Gloucestershire market town known for its creative community and steep Cotswold valleys. Its wool heritage, lively farmers’ market and nearby walking country shape a character that is both rural and contemporary.
Bristol is known for its maritime past, inventive culture and distinctive street art. Around the harbourside and Clifton, historic landmarks and a strong independent scene give the city an energetic but relaxed feel.
Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.
Cirencester is a historic market town in the Cotswolds known for its Roman past and honey-coloured stone buildings. It combines ancient heritage with a lively centre of shops, cafés and green spaces.
Travel to Cheltenham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Aberdeen to Cheltenham.
This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to Cheltenham:
A coach is £171 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aberdeen to Cheltenham costing on average £237.
A coach is £222 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aberdeen to Cheltenham costing on average £288.
Other travel options to Cheltenham take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 19m.
Coach takes on average 17h 22m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Aberdeen and Cheltenham as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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