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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Heywood is to bus and line 163 bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Heywood is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Heywood?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Heywood. However, there are services departing from Royal Well and arriving at Heywood Library via Birmingham Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Heywood?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Heywood. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Bury via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Heywood?

The distance between Cheltenham and Heywood is 141 miles. The road distance is 140.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Heywood without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £60 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Cheltenham to Heywood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Heywood bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Heywood train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Heywood?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Heywood is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £60 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 163 bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Heywood bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Heywood train arrive?

Cheltenham to Heywood train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Heywood?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Heywood is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Cheltenham to Heywood.

Where can I stay near Heywood?

There are 3720+ hotels available in Heywood.

Cheltenham to Heywood - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 163 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cheltenham to Heywood by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 23m
£62–91
Bus, line 163 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 825
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Heywood Librarybus 163
5h 24m
£24–39
Drive 139.7 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Heywoodcar 139.7 mi
2h 26m
£35–50

Cheltenham to Heywood by train, tram, and bus

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3h 23mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.5 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Heywood, Rochdale, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well to Heywood Library via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 5h 24m.

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