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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Ambleside is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 10h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Ambleside is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Vicarage Road via Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 26m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Ambleside?

The distance between Cheltenham and Ambleside is 205 miles. The road distance is 206.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Ambleside without a car is to train and line 555 bus which takes 5h 36m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Cheltenham to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Ambleside bus from?

Cheltenham to Ambleside bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Ambleside bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Ambleside bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Ambleside is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Cheltenham to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3888+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Cheltenham to Ambleside - 4 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, bus

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

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Train, line 555 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Vicarage Roadbus 555
5h 36m
£81–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
10h 26m
£45–102
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Underpassbus Uk030
9h 24m
£50–71
Drive 205.1 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Amblesidecar 205.1 mi
3h 26m
£50–72

Cheltenham to Ambleside by train and bus

62Weekly Services

5h 36mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.2 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Promenade to Vicarage Road via Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 26m.

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