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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham Spa and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Royal Well Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham Spa and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Bournemouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth?

The distance between Cheltenham Spa and Bournemouth is 161 miles. The road distance is 96.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth, including transfers.

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

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

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

Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h.

Where does the Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth train arrive?

Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Readingtrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 42m
£78–132
Drive 96 mi
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1. Drive from Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouthcar 96 mi
2h 8m
£24–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
2. Take the bus from Fleming Way to North Streetbus X5
3. Take the bus from North Street to Blue Boar Rowbus X5 / ...
5h 51m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
6h
£38–93

Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 159.7 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth via Reading in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn to Bournemouth Station via Clarence Parade arrival, Royal Well Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h.

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