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Trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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25

train journeys
per day

283

miles (456 kms)

5hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

07:14 / 23:48

first / last train

11

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Cheltenham Spa and Edinburgh Waverley , with 11 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley is approximately 283 miles (456 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 46 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Cheltenham Spa and Edinburgh Waverley.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:14
    5 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    12:19
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:14
    5 hrs 50 mins Direct
    13:04
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:18
    6 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:21
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    13:32
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    5 hrs 53 mins Direct
    14:08
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    5 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    14:19
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    5 hrs 46 mins Direct
    15:01
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    5 hrs 51 mins Direct
    16:06
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    5 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    16:18
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    5 hrs 53 mins Direct
    17:08
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    5 hrs 52 mins Direct
    18:07
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    5 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    18:21
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    5 hrs 49 mins Direct
    19:04
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:15
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:15
    5 hrs 50 mins Direct
    20:05
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:15
    5 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    20:24
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:15
    5 hrs 49 mins Direct
    21:04
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:15
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    21:38
    Cheltenham Spa
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley

About Cheltenham Spa Station

Station name Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
Address Cheltenham Spa station, Queens Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 8NP
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cheltenham Spa and Edinburgh Waverley

The travel time between Cheltenham Spa and Edinburgh Waverley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cheltenham Spa and Edinburgh Waverley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

First class tickets on trains between Cheltenham Spa and Edinburgh Waverley typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cheltenham Spa and Edinburgh Waverley can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 11 direct services per day from Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh Waverley

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Cheltenham Spa and Edinburgh Waverley.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cheltenham Spa and Edinburgh Waverley, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.