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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Cheltenham is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster station to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Night Std and arriving at Promenade via Birmingham Coach Station and Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Cheltenham?

The distance between Lancaster and Cheltenham is 170 miles. The road distance is 172.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Lancaster to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Cheltenham bus from?

Lancaster to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Cheltenham train from?

Lancaster to Cheltenham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Cheltenham is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Lancaster to Cheltenham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lancaster to Cheltenham train arrive?

Lancaster to Cheltenham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Cheltenham is 173 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Lancaster to Cheltenham.

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

Book your Lancaster to Cheltenham train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Lancaster to Cheltenham bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

There are 1828+ hotels available in Cheltenham.

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

How to get fromLancaster to Cheltenham

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 11m
£69–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
6h 9m
£38–90
Drive 171.9 mi
1. Drive from Lancaster to Cheltenhamcar 171.9 mi
2h 51m
£42–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Underpass to Newhall Streetbus Uk030
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
6h 54m
£43–66

Lancaster to Cheltenham by train

84Weekly Trains

3h 11mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lancaster to Cheltenham.

Launch map view

Distance: 168.7 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Lancaster, Lancashire, England and Cheltenham, England?

You can take a train from Lancaster to Cheltenham Spa via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Night Std to Promenade via Birmingham Coach Station and Arle Court Transport Hub in around 6h 9m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.