The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Cheapest price
$292
Average price
$299
Fastest journey
5 h 42 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) will cost around $299 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $292.
Of the 4 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for Cheltenham Spa (CNM) on Sun, Jun 14, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 456 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 42 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 5 h 45 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.
W2988610:08 AM5h42Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:50 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$2921One-way0 transfers
G0115512:05 PM5h45Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:50 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$2921One-way0 transfers
G0115211:07 AM5h43Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:50 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$2921One-way0 transfers
G011479:08 AM5h42Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:50 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$3181One-way0 transfers
W2988610:08 AM5h42Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:50 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$2921One-way0 transfers
G011479:08 AM5h42Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:50 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$3181One-way0 transfers
G0115211:07 AM5h43Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:50 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$2921One-way0 transfers
G0115512:05 PM5h45Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:50 PMCheltenham Spa (CNM)$2921One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $66.
Distance: 283 miles (456 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$156 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price | $164 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
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 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM):
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) costing on average $56 (€46).
A bus is $102 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) costing on average $156 (€127).
Other travel options to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 42m.
Bus takes on average 11h 0m.
The journey is about 17m faster (5h 42m by train vs 5h 59m by car) and roughly $8 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($156 (€127) vs $164 (€133)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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 today, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33654+ Y80576+ C16803 · Y80769 | On time 4:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h58 | 10:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 14 | |||||
G01147 | On time 9:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h42 | 2:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29886 | 10:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h42 | 3:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01152 | 11:07 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h43 | 4:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01155 | On time 12:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h45 | 5:50 PM Cheltenham Spa (CNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€53) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 17:04. The fastest train covers the 283 miles (456 km) distance in 5h 22m.
Distance 283 miles (456 km) |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€53) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 5h 22m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 5:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
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 $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
Avanti West Coast
London North Eastern Railway
Caledonian Sleeper
Cross Country
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
- 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.
- 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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