What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cheltenham Racecourse?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Cheltenham Racecourse. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Racecourse Park & Ride via Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Transport Hub and Clarence Parade arrival. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Cheltenham Racecourse?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse?

The distance between Manchester and Cheltenham Racecourse is 131 miles. The road distance is 130.1 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £70 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse?

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse bus from?

Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse train from?

Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £70 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse train arrive?

Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham Racecourse?

There are 1589+ hotels available in Cheltenham Racecourse.

Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 7m
£72–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
5h 30m
£29–67
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 48m
£36–54
Drive 129.3 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Cheltenham Racecoursecar 129.3 mi
2h 23m
£32–46
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 17m
£55–100

Manchester to Cheltenham Racecourse by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 129.8 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Cheltenham Racecourse, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spa every 3 hours. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Cheltenham Racecourse via Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Transport Hub, Promenade, Clarence Parade arrival, and Racecourse Park & Ride in around 5h 30m.

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