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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Cheltenham is to bus which costs £10 - £18 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Promenade via Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Cheltenham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester and arriving at Cheltenham Spa. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Leicester to Cheltenham?

The distance between Leicester and Cheltenham is 85 miles. The road distance is 73.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Cheltenham without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 1h 58m and costs £45 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Leicester to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Cheltenham bus from?

Leicester to Cheltenham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Cheltenham train from?

Leicester to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Leicester to Cheltenham is to train via Birmingham which takes 1h 58m and costs £45 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £18 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Leicester to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Leicester to Cheltenham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where does the Leicester to Cheltenham train arrive?

Leicester to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Cheltenham is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Leicester to Cheltenham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

There are 1811+ hotels available in Cheltenham.

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

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
1h 58m
£45–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hubbus Uk087
2h 43m
£11–18
Drive 73.4 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Cheltenhamcar 73.4 mi
1h 31m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Cheltenham Spatrain Leicester - Gloucester
2h
£45–65

Leicester to Cheltenham by train

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Distance: 84.4 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Cheltenham Spa via Birmingham New Street in around 1h 58m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub twice daily. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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