What is the cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to South Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to South Wales is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cheltenham to South Wales?

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to South Wales is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and South Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Royal Well and arriving at Glenboi Cemetery via Sophia Gardens, Greyfriars Road GF and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Cwmbach via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to South Wales?

The distance between Cheltenham and South Wales is 84 miles. The road distance is 73.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cheltenham to South Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to South Wales without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £28 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Cheltenham to South Wales?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Cheltenham to South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to South Wales bus from?

Cheltenham to South Wales bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to South Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to South Wales?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to South Wales is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £28 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 132 bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Cheltenham to South Wales bus arrive?

Cheltenham to South Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Cheltenham to South Wales train arrive?

Cheltenham to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to South Wales is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Cheltenham to South Wales.

How do I get a train ticket from Cheltenham to South Wales?

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Where can I stay near South Wales?

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Cheltenham to South Wales - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 132 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Cheltenham to South Wales by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2h 30m
£28–52
Drive 72.8 mi
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1. Drive from Cheltenham to South Walescar 72.8 mi
1h 45m
£18–26
Bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well to Sophia Gardensbus 825
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10bus 132 / ...
4h 28m
£24–38

Cheltenham to South Wales by train

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Distance: 83.8 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and South Wales?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Cwmbach via Cardiff Central in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well to Glenboi Cemetery via Sophia Gardens, Westgate Street KG, Greyfriars Road GF, and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 in around 4h 28m.

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