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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Stansted is to bus and train which costs £26 - £55 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Stansted is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Longfield via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Stansted?

The distance between Cheltenham and Stansted is 155 miles. The road distance is 120.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Cheltenham to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Stansted train from?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Stansted train arrive?

Cheltenham to Stansted train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Stansted is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Cheltenham to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 16503+ hotels available in Stansted.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Longfieldtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
3h 29m
£96–155
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 444 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Meophamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
5h 53m
£26–55
Drive 119.5 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Stanstedcar 119.5 mi
2h 46m
£30–43
Train via Gravesend
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Gravesendtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
5h 20m
£66–113

Cheltenham to Stansted by bus, foot, and train

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5h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154.2 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Stansted via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, London Victoria, and Longfield in around 3h 29m.

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