Bus from Edinburgh to Cheltenham: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Edinburgh to Cheltenham on 28 November
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Cheltenham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
5h 45mAverage duration
284 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£32 - £96Average duration14h 30m
11kg CO₂e
Average price£51 - £533Average duration5h 45m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Edinburgh to Cheltenham

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Edinburgh to Cheltenham start from £32. The average price for this route is around £48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?

    The average bus journey time from Edinburgh to Cheltenham is 14h 30m, covering a distance of 284 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 14h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Cheltenham route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?

    The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Cheltenham at 09:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?

    A bus journey from Edinburgh to Cheltenham produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
26/11
£38
27/11
£34
Today
£44
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30/11
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02/12
£36
03/12
£34
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Cheltenham was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £34

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Edinburgh to Cheltenham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £34 to £63 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £34, which is on 2025-12-03.

What's the cheapest way to go from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?

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