What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Cheltenham Spa. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Police Headquarters via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Promenade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa?

The distance between Bournemouth and Cheltenham Spa is 161 miles. The road distance is 97.2 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £75 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa bus from?

Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa train from?

Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa?

Book your Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham Spa?

There are 1811+ hotels available in Cheltenham Spa.

Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
3h 49m
£76–127
Drive 96.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spacar 96.7 mi
2h 10m
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 444
5h 7m
£38–91
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to North Streetbus X5 / ...
2. Take the bus from North Street to Fleming Waybus X5
3. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
6h 22m

Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa by train

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Distance: 159.6 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Cheltenham Spa, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Cheltenham Spa via Reading in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Cheltenham Spa via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, and Police Headquarters in around 5h 7m.

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