What is the cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa?

The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa is to bus which costs £16 - £29 and takes 5h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa?

The fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa is to Airport Transfer which takes 2h 17m and costs £16 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa?

The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Cheltenham Spa is 137 miles. The road distance is 119.9 miles.

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa train from?

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

Train or bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa bus arrive?

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

Where does the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa?

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

How do I get a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa?

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham Spa?

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Can I share a ride from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Cheltenham Spa. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa

Q: How long does it take to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa by train, bus, rideshare, 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
£59–113
Airport Transfer
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London Gatwick-LGW to Cheltenham Sparideshare 119.2 mi
2h 17m
£16–21
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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spacar 119.2 mi
2h 17m
£29–42
Bus
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
£16–28

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cheltenham Spa by train

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Distance: 136.1 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 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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