Bus from Edinburgh to Cheltenham: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Edinburgh to Cheltenham on 29 January
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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 R 1 071, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
5h 45mAverage duration
457 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 576 - R 2 521Average duration15h 15m
11kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 071 - R 11 509Average duration5h 45m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Cheltenham by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Cheltenham start at R 576. The average price for this route is around R 922. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 15h 15m, covering a distance of 457 km. The fastest bus gets 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 trip from Edinburgh to Cheltenham produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
27/01
R 535
28/01
R 535
Today
R 867
30/01
R 613
31/01
R 721
01/02
R 801
02/02
R 727
03/02
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Cheltenham was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 535

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 R 535 to R 1 000 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 R 613, which is on 2026-01-30.

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

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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