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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Cheltenham Spa is to rideshare which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Cheltenham Spa is to train which takes 37 min and costs £20 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Cheltenham Spa. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Glencairn Park Road via Golden Valley Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Cheltenham Spa?

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 37 min.

How far is it from Bristol to Cheltenham Spa?

The distance between Bristol and Cheltenham Spa is 44 miles. The road distance is 41.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Cheltenham Spa without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs £20 - £40.

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

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spa takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Bristol to Cheltenham Spa?

The best way to get from Bristol to Cheltenham Spa is to train which takes 37 min and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £21 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Bristol to Cheltenham Spa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bristol to Cheltenham Spa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Cheltenham Spa?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Cheltenham Spa is 42 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Bristol to Cheltenham Spa.

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

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

Where can I stay near Cheltenham Spa?

There are 1826+ hotels available in Cheltenham Spa.

Can I share a ride from Bristol to Cheltenham Spa?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spatrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
37 min
£20–40
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Cheltenhamrideshare 43.1 mi
1h 33m
£4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
1h 5m
£7–21
Drive 41.5 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Cheltenham Spacar 41.5 mi
44 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bristol to Cheltenham Spataxi 41.5 mi
44 min
£160–200

Bristol to Cheltenham Spa by train

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Distance: 44.2 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 37 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.

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