What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Cheltenham Spa?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Cheltenham Spa is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Cheltenham Spa?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Cheltenham Spa is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Cheltenham Spa. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Crewe and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Chester to Cheltenham Spa?

The distance between Chester and Cheltenham Spa is 119 miles. The road distance is 111.4 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Cheltenham Spa without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Cheltenham Spa without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 2h 34m and costs £45 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Cheltenham Spa?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Chester to Cheltenham Spa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Cheltenham Spa train from?

Chester to Cheltenham Spa train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Crewe station.

Where does the Chester to Cheltenham Spa train arrive?

Chester to Cheltenham Spa train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Chester to Cheltenham Spa?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Cheltenham Spa is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Chester to Cheltenham Spa.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Cheltenham Spa?

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham Spa?

There are 1584+ hotels available in Cheltenham Spa.

Chester to Cheltenham Spa - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Cheltenham Spa by train, bus, or car

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 34m
£48–94
Drive 110.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Cheltenham Spacar 110.8 mi
2h 21m
£28–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 7m
£32–48
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Staffordtrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 7m
£51–81
Train #2
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham New Streettrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 9m
£54–93

Chester to Cheltenham Spa by train

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2h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 118.1 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Cheltenham Spa, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Cheltenham Spa via Crewe and Birmingham New Street in around 2h 34m.

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