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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Cheltenham is to line 37 bus and bus which costs £27 - £70 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at Promenade via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Manchester Piccadilly and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Bolton to Cheltenham?

The distance between Bolton and Cheltenham is 138 miles. The road distance is 137.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Bolton to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Cheltenham bus from?

Bolton to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Shiffnall Street station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Cheltenham train from?

Bolton to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Bolton to Cheltenham is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 37 bus and bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Bolton to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Bolton to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Bolton to Cheltenham train arrive?

Bolton to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Cheltenham is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Bolton to Cheltenham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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Bolton to Cheltenham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 18m
£57–108
Line 37 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shiffnall Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 37
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
6h 31m
£28–67
Line 8 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
5h 10m
£35–53
Drive 136.5 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Cheltenhamcar 136.5 mi
2h 23m
£34–49

Bolton to Cheltenham by train

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3h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.6 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Cheltenham Spa via Manchester Piccadilly and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shiffnall Street to Promenade via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Arle Court Transport Hub in around 6h 31m.

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