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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Lewes is to bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which costs £25 - £45 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Lewes is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Lewes?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Gatwick Airport South Terminal via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Lewes?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Lewes via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Lewes?

The distance between Cheltenham and Lewes is 175 miles. The road distance is 144 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Lewes without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Cheltenham to Lewes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Lewes bus from?

Cheltenham to Lewes bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Lewes train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Lewes?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Lewes is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which costs £25 - £45 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Lewes bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Lewes bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Lewes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Lewes?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Lewes is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Cheltenham to Lewes.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lewes?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lewestrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
3h 40m
£76–133
Bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
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1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk044
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940 / ...
4h 59m
£26–42
Drive 143.2 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Lewescar 143.2 mi
2h 41m
£36–51
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Readingtrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain Reading - Gatwick Airport
4h 15m
£67–121
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Old Steinebus 025
6h 1m
£29–48

Cheltenham to Lewes by train and subway

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Distance: 174.1 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Lewes via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station to Lewes via London Heathrow Airport, Gatwick Airport South Terminal, and Gatwick Airport in around 4h 59m.

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