What is the cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Chester Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Chester Zoo is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Chester Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Chester Zoo is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Royal Well and arriving at Zoo Main Entrance via Birmingham Coach Station and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Chester via Birmingham New Street and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Chester Zoo?

The distance between Cheltenham and Chester Zoo is 123 miles. The road distance is 111.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cheltenham to Chester Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Chester Zoo without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 4m and costs £45 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Cheltenham to Chester Zoo?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Cheltenham to Chester Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Chester Zoo bus from?

Cheltenham to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Chester Zoo train from?

Cheltenham to Chester Zoo train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Chester Zoo?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Chester Zoo is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 4m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Chester Zoo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Chester Zoo train arrive?

Cheltenham to Chester Zoo train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Chester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Chester Zoo is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Cheltenham to Chester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Chester Zoo?

There are 2221+ hotels available in Chester Zoo.

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Crewetrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 4m
£45–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 825
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 830
4h 30m
£22–36
Drive 111 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Chester Zoocar 111 mi
2h 25m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Staffordtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Chestertrain London Euston - Chester / ...
3h 34m
£50–76

Cheltenham to Chester Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 122.5 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Chester Zoo, England?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Chester Zoo via Birmingham New Street, Crewe, Chester, Railway Station, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well to Chester Zoo via Birmingham Coach Station, Chester Bus Interchange, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 4h 30m.

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