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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa is to bus which costs £17 - £30 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport station to Cheltenham Spa. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Coach Station and arriving at Police Headquarters via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Promenade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa. 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 Spa?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Cheltenham Spa is 137 miles. The road distance is 119.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa 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 Spa?

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

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

Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from South Terminal Coach Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Police Headquarters, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa.

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa 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
£58–119
Bus
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
5h 6m
£18–30
Bus via Police Headquarters
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 22m
£28–66
Drive 119.2 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spacar 119.2 mi
2h 17m
£29–42

Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa by train

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Distance: 136.1 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Cheltenham Spa, 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 Cheltenham Spa via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, and Police Headquarters in around 4h 22m.

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