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Trip Summary
You can pick from 4 daily train trips between Aberdeen and Cheltenham. The average train journey from Aberdeen to Cheltenham takes 8 hours and 24 minutes, but some London North Eastern Railway train trips are as short as 8 hours and 3 minutes.
| Distance | 363 mi (584 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 3m |
| Lowest price | $247.61 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | London North Eastern Railway |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Aberdeen to Cheltenham?
2 train services operate from Aberdeen to Cheltenham. London North Eastern Railway usually has more trains scheduled, with 3 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry | 1 | 8h 40m | $367.80 |
| London North Eastern Railway | 3 | 8h 19m | $247.61 |
CrossCountry operates an extensive rail network in the U.K., centered in Birmingham. In standard class, passengers enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms. Trains also contain a small café or a trolley that passes through the carriages. An upgrade to first-class gives passengers more legroom and complimentary food. The journey from Aberdeen to Cheltenham usually takes about 8 hours and 40 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 1 trips on this route every day, and 1 daily trips on weekends.
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Aberdeen and Cheltenham is approximately 363 miles, or 584 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 24 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 3 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Aberdeen to Cheltenham tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Aberdeen at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 1:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 4 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Aberdeen to Cheltenham. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Aberdeen?
Main departure station: Aberdeen Train Station
There is one train station in Aberdeen.
All train stations in Aberdeen:
Aberdeen Train Station
Where is the train station in Cheltenham?
Main arrival station: Cheltenham Spa Station
Cheltenham has one train station.
Train stations in Cheltenham:
Cheltenham Spa Station
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