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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Essex is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Essex is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Essex. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Essex. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Essex?

The distance between Cheltenham and Essex is 167 miles. The road distance is 134.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Essex without a car is to train via London which takes 4h and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Cheltenham to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Essex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Essex train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Essex?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Essex is to train via London which takes 4h and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Essex bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Essex train arrive?

Cheltenham to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Essex is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Cheltenham to Essex.

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

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Where can I stay near Essex?

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
4h
£78–148
Bus
cheapest
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 Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
5h 33m
£32–75
Drive 134.1 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Essexcar 134.1 mi
2h 56m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Stansted Airporttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport / ...
5h 35m
£117–164

Cheltenham to Essex by train

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Distance: 166 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 5h 33m.

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