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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Cheltenham Spa is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Cheltenham Spa is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Cheltenham Spa. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Police Headquarters via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Promenade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Cheltenham Spa. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Brighton to Cheltenham Spa?

The distance between Brighton and Cheltenham Spa is 176 miles. The road distance is 137.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Cheltenham Spa without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Brighton to Cheltenham Spa, including transfers.

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

Brighton to Cheltenham Spa bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

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

Brighton to Cheltenham Spa train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Cheltenham Spa?

The best way to get from Brighton to Cheltenham Spa is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Brighton to Cheltenham Spa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Cheltenham Spa train arrive?

Brighton to Cheltenham Spa train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Cheltenham Spa?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Cheltenham Spa is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Brighton to Cheltenham Spa.

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham Spa?

There are 1589+ hotels available in Cheltenham Spa.

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There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Cheltenham Spa by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
4h 22m
£79–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 444
5h 20m
£33–78
Drive 137 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Cheltenham Spacar 137 mi
2h 52m
£34–49
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
4h 54m
£71–148
Bus via Oxford
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus Oxf
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus X52
6h 51m
£34–58

Brighton to Cheltenham Spa by train

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Distance: 175.5 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Cheltenham Spa via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Cheltenham Spa via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, and Police Headquarters in around 5h 20m.

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