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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Sunderland is to bus which costs £40 - £120 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Sunderland is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Sunderland via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Sunderland?

The distance between Cheltenham and Sunderland is 276 miles. The road distance is 243.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Cheltenham to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Sunderland is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Sunderland bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Sunderland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Sunderland train arrive?

Cheltenham to Sunderland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Sunderland is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Cheltenham to Sunderland.

How do I get a train ticket from Cheltenham to Sunderland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Sunderland?

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Cheltenham to Sunderland - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Cheltenham to Sunderland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 59m
£138–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 825
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Interchangebus 133
7h 25m
£44–117
Drive 241.9 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Sunderlandcar 241.9 mi
4h 10m
£60–86
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport Terminal to Fawcett Streetbus
4h 19m
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain
6h 15m
£120–181
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport Terminal to Fawcett Streetbus
5h 24m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 4m
£98–237
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
4. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport Terminal to Fawcett Streetbus
6h 8m

Cheltenham to Sunderland by train and subway

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Distance: 274.3 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 25m.

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