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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Sandbanks is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Sandbanks is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Sandbanks?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Sandbanks. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Shoreacres via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Sandbanks?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Sandbanks. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Bournemouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Sandbanks?

The distance between Cheltenham and Sandbanks is 168 miles. The road distance is 101.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Sandbanks without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Cheltenham to Sandbanks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Sandbanks bus from?

Cheltenham to Sandbanks bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Sandbanks train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Sandbanks?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Sandbanks is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Sandbanks bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Sandbanks bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Sandbanks train arrive?

Cheltenham to Sandbanks train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Sandbanks?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Sandbanks is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Cheltenham to Sandbanks.

Where can I stay near Sandbanks?

There are 2506+ hotels available in Sandbanks.

Cheltenham to Sandbanks - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 50 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Readingtrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 52m
£81–135
Drive 100.9 mi
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1. Drive from Cheltenham to Sandbankscar 100.9 mi
2h 18m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
6h 30m
£38–91
Train, bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Salisburytrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
3. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Bournemouth Squarebus X3 / ...
4. Take the bus from St Peter's Church to Shoreacresbus 50
6h
£53–92

Cheltenham to Sandbanks by train and bus

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Distance: 167.3 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Sandbanks, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, England?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Shoreacres via Reading, Bournemouth, and Bournemouth Station in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Shoreacres via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station in around 6h 30m.

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