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Cheltenham to Cumbernauld trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cheltenham and Cumbernauld takes 7h 32m and the fastest train takes 5h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Cheltenham to Cumbernauld. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 32m
Duration
337 mi
Distance
£136
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train via Carlisle

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  1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain train
  3. Take the train from Carlisle to Motherwelltrain train
6h 56m
£101–196

Cheltenham to Cumbernauld train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Cheltenham and Cumbernauld. The earliest departure is at 7:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Cumbernauld at 10:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 47m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressLumo5h 37m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 47m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 48m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 40m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 43m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressLumo5h 37m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 40m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 43m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressLumo5h 37m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 40m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 43m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressLumo5h 37m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 40m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 43m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressLumo5h 37m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 47m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Cumbernauld? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cheltenham to Cumbernauld.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 337.2 mi
  • Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Cumbernauld, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Greenfaulds via Birmingham New Street, Carlisle, and Motherwell in around 6h 56m.

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