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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
$267
Average price
$331
Fastest journey
8 h 43 m
Average duration
8 h 45 m
Trains per day
2
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Cheltenham will cost around $331 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $267.
Of the 2 trains that leave Aberdeen for Cheltenham on Mon, May 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 583 km distance in an average of 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 43 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 8 h 47 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.
8:35 AM8h43Aberdeen5:18 PMCheltenham$2671One-way0 transfers
1:03 PM8h47Aberdeen9:50 PMCheltenham$3961One-way0 transfers
- 8:35 AM8h43Aberdeen5:18 PMCheltenham$2671One-way0 transfers
- 1:03 PM8h47Aberdeen9:50 PMCheltenham$3961One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 bus with prices starting from $53. 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 bus costs an average of $53, and a train costs an average of $76.
Distance: 362 miles (583 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$254 Average price | $129 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $166 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 10m Average total duration 20h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to Cheltenham:
A bus is $55 (€45) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aberdeen to Cheltenham costing on average $129 (€104).
A bus is $180 (€145) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aberdeen to Cheltenham costing on average $254 (€205).
Other travel options to Cheltenham take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 24m.
Bus takes on average 20h 40m.
You'll arrive about 40m sooner (7h 24m by train vs 8h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $254 (€205) compared to roughly $166 (€134) 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.
Direct services run with Cross Country.
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.
Live departures
Aberdeen to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Cheltenham trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01165+ L88085 | Delayed 11:22 AM 10:43 AMAberdeen station (ABD) | 9h09 | 7:52 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
 C02045+W29913 | On time 11:47 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 9h03 | 8:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
| W29915+C14662 | Delayed 3:07 PM 12:44 PMAberdeen station (ABD) | 9h06 | 9:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, May 18 | |||||
| 8:35 AM Aberdeen | 8h43 | 5:18 PM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Cheltenham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Aberdeen to Cheltenham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€61) but you can travel from only $53 (€43) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 15:12. The fastest train covers the 362 miles (583 km) distance in 8h 26m.
Distance 362 miles (583 km) |
Average train duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€61) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 26m |
First train 5:57 AM |
Last train 3:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail from Aberdeen to Cheltenham trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Aberdeen and Cheltenham from $53 (€43). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
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FAQs: Trains from Aberdeen to Cheltenham
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
Popular train stations from Aberdeen to Cheltenham
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage 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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