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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Edinburgh to Cheltenham from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
tomorrow
from £44
Saturday
from £44
Sunday
from £44
Monday
Tuesday
from £36
Wednesday
from £37

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    13h 55m
    0
    10:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    00:30
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • National Express
    12h 35m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    10:35
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £76
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    23:40
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    13:50
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £91
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Cheltenham via Carlisle, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      16h 30m
      0
      21:20
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew's House Station
      01:50
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      11h 55m
      0
      01:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      13:50
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £26
    Travel time is 3h 55m longer, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    13h 55m
    0
    10:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    00:30
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    23:40
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    13:50
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £60
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    09:05
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    23:30
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £67
  • National Express
    12h 35m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    10:35
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £74
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Cheltenham via Carlisle, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      16h 30m
      0
      21:20
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew's House Station
      01:50
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      11h 55m
      0
      01:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      13:50
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £26
    Travel time is 3h 55m longer, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    13h 55m
    0
    10:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    00:30
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Cheltenham via Carlisle, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      16h 30m
      0
      21:20
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew's House Station
      01:50
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      11h 55m
      0
      01:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      13:50
      Cheltenham
      Royal Well Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £26
    Travel time is 2h 35m longer, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    15h 25m
    0
    10:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    02:00
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    09:05
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    23:30
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £53
  • FlixBus
    15h 10m
    0
    22:40
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    13:50
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61
  • National Express
    12h 30m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    10:30
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £66

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    15h 25m
    0
    10:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    02:00
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    15h 10m
    0
    22:40
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    13:50
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    09:05
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    23:30
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £58
  • National Express
    12h 30m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    10:30
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £73

Frequency of bus connections between Edinburgh and Cheltenham

See here how frequent the connections between Edinburgh and Cheltenham are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Edinburgh to Cheltenham. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Cheltenham.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 8 coaches from Edinburgh to Cheltenham, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Cheltenham, with 8 offers.

Facts about coaches from Edinburgh to Cheltenham

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Cheltenham in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Cheltenham starting from £36!

Cheapest Bus £36
Fastest Bus 12h 30m
Earliest Coach 10:35
Latest Coach 22:40
Daily Bus Connections 3 Ø
Distance 456.2 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Edinburgh to Cheltenham

Every day, 3 buses from 2 coach companies leave Edinburgh for Cheltenham: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 17/04/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 14/04
Tuesday 15/04
Wednesday 16/04
Thursday 17/04
Friday 18/04
£44
Saturday 19/04
£44
Sunday 20/04
£44
Monday 21/04
Tuesday 22/04
£36
Wednesday 23/04
£48
Thursday 24/04
£40
Friday 25/04
£36
Saturday 26/04
£36
Sunday 27/04
£36
Monday 28/04
£30
Tuesday 29/04
£22
Wednesday 30/04
£26
Thursday 01/05
£31
Friday 02/05
£36
Saturday 03/05
£35
Sunday 04/05
£36
Monday 05/05
£29
Tuesday 06/05
£27
Wednesday 07/05
Thursday 08/05
£27
Friday 09/05
£27
Saturday 10/05
£30
Sunday 11/05

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Cheltenham

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Cheltenham, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £36, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Edinburgh to Cheltenham. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £44.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Cheltenham, with £36. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £48.

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh to Cheltenham

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Edinburgh to Cheltenham in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Edinburgh to Cheltenham, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Edinburgh to Cheltenham are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Edinburgh to Cheltenham

These are the most booked bus companies between Edinburgh to Cheltenham from our users.

National Express from Edinburgh to Cheltenham

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Edinburgh to Cheltenham:

Cheapest Price £36
Fastest Coach 12h 30m
Earliest Coach 10:35
Last Coach 22:00
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 14/04/2025

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Cheltenham

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Edinburgh and Cheltenham.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Edinburgh to Cheltenham

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Edinburgh to Cheltenham? Or which bus companies serve the route Edinburgh to Cheltenham? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Edinburgh to Cheltenham bus

How much does a Edinburgh - Cheltenham coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Edinburgh - Cheltenham bus trip is available from £36 and takes 15h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?

The connection Edinburgh to Cheltenham is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £36 to £91. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Edinburgh - Cheltenham route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Edinburgh to Cheltenham is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Cheltenham from Edinburgh take?

The quickest coach from Edinburgh to Cheltenham is provided by National Express and takes 12h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £66. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?

The earliest bus to Cheltenham departs from Edinburgh at 10:35. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Edinburgh to Cheltenham?

The latest bus to Cheltenham departs from Edinburgh at 22:40. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Edinburgh - Cheltenham route?

Passengers looking to travel from Edinburgh to Cheltenham can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Cheltenham?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh and Cheltenham by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Cheltenham from Edinburgh?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Edinburgh Cheltenham bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Edinburgh Cheltenham bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Edinburgh to Cheltenham on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Edinburgh to Cheltenham

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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