What is the cheapest way to get from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa?

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa is to bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa?

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa. However, there are services departing from Magdalen Street and arriving at Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn via Pittville Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Didcot Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa?

The distance between Oxford and Cheltenham Spa is 46 miles. The road distance is 42.1 miles.

How do I travel from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa without a car?

The best way to get from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa without a car is to bus which takes 2h 7m and costs £5 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Cheltenham Spa bus from?

Oxford to Cheltenham Spa bus services, operated by Pulhams Coaches, depart from Magdalen Street station.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Cheltenham Spa train from?

Oxford to Cheltenham Spa train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Didcot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa?

The best way to get from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa is to bus which takes 2h 7m and costs £5 - £7. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Oxford to Cheltenham Spa bus arrive?

Oxford to Cheltenham Spa bus services, operated by Pulhams Coaches, arrive at Royal Well station.

Where does the Oxford to Cheltenham Spa train arrive?

Oxford to Cheltenham Spa train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Cheltenham Spa is 42 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa.

How do I get a train ticket from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa?

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham Spa?

There are 1803+ hotels available in Cheltenham Spa.

Oxford to Cheltenham Spa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Oxford to Cheltenham Spa by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Magdalen Street to Royal Wellbus X52
2h 7m
£6–7
Train
1. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2h 34m
£32–63
Drive 41.9 mi
1. Drive from Oxford to Cheltenham Spacar 41.9 mi
57 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oxford to Cheltenham Spataxi 41.9 mi
57 min
£100–130

Oxford to Cheltenham Spa by bus and foot

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Distance: 45.4 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and Cheltenham Spa, England?

Pulhams Coaches operates a bus from Magdalen Street to Royal Well every 3 hours. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Didcot Parkway to Cheltenham Spa every 2 hours. Tickets cost £28–55 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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