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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Lancaster is to bus which costs £35 - £100 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Lancaster is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Lancaster station. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Bus Station Night Std via Arle Court Transport Hub and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Lancaster via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Lancaster?

The distance between Cheltenham and Lancaster is 170 miles. The road distance is 173.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Lancaster without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Cheltenham to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Lancaster bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Lancaster train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Lancaster?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Lancaster is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Lancaster bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Lancaster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Lancaster is 173 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Cheltenham to Lancaster.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Lancaster?

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Where can I stay near Lancaster?

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Cheltenham to Lancaster - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Lancaster 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 Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 32m
£65–109
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
7h 32m
£39–96
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
6h 21m
£44–65
Drive 172.2 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Lancastercar 172.2 mi
2h 52m
£42–61

Cheltenham to Lancaster by train

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Distance: 168.8 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Lancaster, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Lancaster via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Promenade to Bus Station Night Std via Arle Court Transport Hub and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 32m.

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