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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Rock is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Rock is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Rock?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Rock. However, there are services departing from Arle Court Tpt Hub and arriving at Clock Garage via Dennison Road Car Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Rock?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Rock. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Rock?

The distance between Cheltenham and Rock is 215 miles. The road distance is 180.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Rock without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £160 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Cheltenham to Rock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Rock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Rock train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Rock?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Rock is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £160 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Rock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Rock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Rock?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Rock is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Cheltenham to Rock.

Where can I stay near Rock?

There are 3002+ hotels available in Rock.

Cheltenham to Rock - 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 Rock by train, bus, car, or ferry

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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 22m
£161–225
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Tpt Hub to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 104
8h 10m
£32–54
Drive 179.4 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Rockcar 179.4 mi
3h 25m
£45–65
Train, line 57 bus, ferry
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 Padstow Bus Terminusbus 57
4. Take the ferry from Padstow Ferry Landing to Rock Padstow Ferry Landingferry
7h 20m
£88–143

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Distance: 214 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Rock, Cornwall, England?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Rock via Plymouth and Bodmin Parkway in around 4h 22m. 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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