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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Cheltenham is to rideshare which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Cheltenham is to train which takes 38 min and costs £20 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Promenade via Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Cheltenham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Cheltenham Spa. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Bristol to Cheltenham?

The distance between Bristol and Cheltenham is 44 miles. The road distance is 42.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £20 - £40.

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

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spa takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Cheltenham bus from?

Bristol to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Cheltenham train from?

Bristol to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Bristol to Cheltenham is to train which takes 38 min and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £20 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Bristol to Cheltenham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bristol to Cheltenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Cheltenham is 43 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Bristol to Cheltenham.

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

Book your Bristol to Cheltenham train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Bristol to Cheltenham bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

There are 1825+ hotels available in Cheltenham.

Can I share a ride from Bristol to Cheltenham?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bristol and Cheltenham. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bristol to Cheltenham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

How to get fromBristol to Cheltenham

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Cheltenham by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spatrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
38 min
£20–40
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Cheltenhamrideshare 43.1 mi
1h 4m
£4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
1h 4m
£6–20
Drive 42.4 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Cheltenhamcar 42.4 mi
45 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bristol to Cheltenhamtaxi 42.4 mi
45 min
£160–200

Bristol to Cheltenham by train

294Weekly Trains

38 minAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bristol to Cheltenham.

Launch map view

Distance: 44.2 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 38 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hub every 3 hours. Tickets cost £7–18 and the journey takes 50 min. FlixBus also services this route 3 times a day.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.