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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Loughborough is to bus via Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub which costs £14 - £22 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Loughborough is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Park & Ride and arriving at Shelthorpe Road via St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Loughborough (Leics) via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Loughborough?

The distance between Cheltenham and Loughborough is 104 miles. The road distance is 85 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Loughborough without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £45 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Cheltenham to Loughborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Loughborough bus from?

Cheltenham to Loughborough bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Loughborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Loughborough?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Loughborough is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £45 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £25 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Loughborough bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Loughborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Loughborough train arrive?

Cheltenham to Loughborough train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Loughborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Loughborough is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Cheltenham to Loughborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Loughborough?

There are 1899+ hotels available in Loughborough.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 24m
£45–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Cfc
3h 8m
£14–24
Drive 84.5 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Loughboroughcar 84.5 mi
1h 39m
£21–31
Bus via Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk087
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Grammar Schoolbus 127 / ...
4h 31m
£14–22

Cheltenham to Loughborough by train

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Distance: 102.9 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park & Ride to St Margaret's Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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