What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Cheltenham?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Cheltenham is to bus which costs £10 - £25 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Cheltenham?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Cheltenham is to train which takes 45 min and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Promenade via Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Cheltenham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Cheltenham Spa. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Birmingham to Cheltenham?

The distance between Birmingham and Cheltenham is 45 miles. The road distance is 49.8 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Cheltenham without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £24 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Cheltenham?

The train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Cheltenham bus from?

Birmingham to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Cheltenham train from?

Birmingham to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Cheltenham is to train which takes 45 min and costs £24 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £25 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Birmingham to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Birmingham to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where does the Birmingham to Cheltenham train arrive?

Birmingham to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Cheltenham is 50 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Birmingham to Cheltenham.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Cheltenham?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Cheltenham?

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

There are 1829+ hotels available in Cheltenham.

Birmingham to Cheltenham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Cheltenham by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
45 min
£24–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
1h 29m
£11–25
Drive 49.5 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Cheltenhamcar 49.5 mi
56 min
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birmingham to Cheltenhamtaxi 49.5 mi
56 min
£190–240

Birmingham to Cheltenham by train

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Distance: 45.1 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Cheltenham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Transport Hub every 3 hours. Tickets cost £9–23 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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