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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Keswick is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Keswick is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Keswick?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Keswick station. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Bus Station via Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Keswick?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Keswick. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Keswick?

The distance between Cheltenham and Keswick is 239 miles. The road distance is 222.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Keswick without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Cheltenham to Keswick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Keswick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Keswick train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Keswick?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Keswick is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 16m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Keswick bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Keswick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Keswick?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Keswick is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Cheltenham to Keswick.

Where can I stay near Keswick?

There are 2552+ hotels available in Keswick.

Cheltenham to Keswick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cheltenham to Keswick by train, bus, or car

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Train
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 Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 12m
£86–147
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 Rail Stationbus 590
9h 16m
£48–119
Drive 221.3 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Keswickcar 221.3 mi
3h 50m
£55–79
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 42m
£104–162
Train via Manchester #2
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere
7h 3m
£100–151

Cheltenham to Keswick by train and bus

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Distance: 237.5 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Bus Station via Birmingham New Street, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Promenade to Bus Station via Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, and Rail Station in around 9h 16m.

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