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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Padstow is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Padstow is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Padstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Padstow. However, there are services departing from Arle Court Tpt Hub and arriving at New Street via The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Padstow?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Padstow. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Padstow?

The distance between Cheltenham and Padstow is 218 miles. The road distance is 185.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Padstow without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £170 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Cheltenham to Padstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Padstow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Padstow train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Padstow?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Padstow is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £170 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Padstow bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Padstow bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dennison Road Car Park station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Padstow train arrive?

Cheltenham to Padstow train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Padstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Padstow is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Cheltenham to Padstow.

Where can I stay near Padstow?

There are 2992+ hotels available in Padstow.

Cheltenham to Padstow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 57 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
4h 25m
£171–240
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Tpt Hub to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 104
8h 15m
£33–53
Drive 184.5 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Padstowcar 184.5 mi
3h 27m
£47–67
Train, line 57 bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
3. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to New Streetbus 57
6h 32m
£85–140

Cheltenham to Padstow by bus

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Distance: 216.5 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Padstow via Plymouth and Bodmin Parkway in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Arle Court Tpt Hub to Dennison Road Car Park once daily. Tickets cost £29–55 and the journey takes 6h 30m.

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