The average train between Cheltenham and Stirling takes 7h and the fastest train takes 5h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham to Stirling. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cheltenham and Stirling. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Stirling at 11:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 53m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Stirling? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Stirling. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Stirling station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.
Cheltenham to Stirling train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Stirling train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stirling station.
Book your Cheltenham to Stirling train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cheltenham and Stirling is 484.5 km. The road distance is 593 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Stirling via Birmingham New Street, Preston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 51m.