What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham is to bus via Gatwick Airport South Terminal which costs £15 - £29 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport station to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Coach Station and arriving at Royal Well Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Cheltenham is 137 miles. The road distance is 119.1 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £65 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham?

Book your Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
3h 55m
£58–118
Bus via Gatwick Airport South Terminal
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Stationbus Uk044
4h 45m
£16–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Oxf
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 444
4h 7m
£26–63
Drive 118.4 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenhamcar 118.4 mi
2h 15m
£29–42

Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham by train

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Distance: 136.1 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Cheltenham, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa via Reading in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Royal Well Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 7m.

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