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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Cheltenham is to bus via Oxford which costs £14 - £35 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from Luton DART Parkway and arriving at Royal Well Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Cheltenham?

The distance between Harpenden and Cheltenham is 150 miles. The road distance is 86.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Harpenden to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Cheltenham bus from?

Harpenden to Cheltenham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Luton DART Parkway station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Cheltenham train from?

Harpenden to Cheltenham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Harpenden station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Cheltenham is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Harpenden to Cheltenham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Harpenden to Cheltenham train arrive?

Harpenden to Cheltenham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Cheltenham is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Harpenden to Cheltenham.

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
3h 36m
£65–141
Bus via Oxford
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 737
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus X52
5h 51m
£15–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 444
4h 42m
£24–57
Drive 85.8 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Cheltenhamcar 85.8 mi
1h 56m
£21–31
Bus via Oxford #2
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Aylesbury Bus Stnbus X4
2. Take the bus from Aylesbury Bus Stn to High Streetbus X20
3. Take the bus from Magdalen Street to Royal Well Bus Stationbus X52
6h 44m

Harpenden to Cheltenham by train

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Distance: 149 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Harpenden to Cheltenham Spa via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Harpenden to Royal Well Bus Station via Luton Airport Parkway, Luton DART Parkway, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 42m.

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