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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Cheltenham is to bus which costs £11 - £28 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Promenade via Bus Station and Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Cheltenham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Plymouth and arriving at Cheltenham Spa. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Cheltenham?

The distance between Plymouth and Cheltenham is 172 miles. The road distance is 156.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £90 - £130.

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

The train from Plymouth to Cheltenham Spa takes 2h 43m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Cheltenham bus from?

Plymouth to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Cheltenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Cheltenham is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £90 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £28 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Plymouth to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Plymouth to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Plymouth to Cheltenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Cheltenham is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Plymouth to Cheltenham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Cheltenham Spatrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 43m
£90–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
5h 38m
£11–28
Drive 155.9 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Cheltenhamcar 155.9 mi
2h 36m
£38–55
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Filton Abbey Woodtrain Plymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Cheltenham Spatrain Bristol Temple Meads - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
4h 20m
£77–146

Plymouth to Cheltenham by train

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Distance: 171 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Promenade via Cabot Circus, Bus Station, and Arle Court Transport Hub in around 5h 38m.

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