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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Cheltenham is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Royal Well Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Cheltenham?

The distance between Portsmouth and Cheltenham is 146 miles. The road distance is 102.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Portsmouth to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Cheltenham bus from?

Portsmouth to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Cheltenham train from?

Portsmouth to Cheltenham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Cheltenham is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Cheltenham train arrive?

Portsmouth to Cheltenham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Cheltenham is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Portsmouth to Cheltenham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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There are 3 ways to get from Portsmouth to Cheltenham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spatrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 20m
£66–126
Drive 101.8 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Cheltenhamcar 101.8 mi
2h 5m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 444
4h 47m
£31–75

Portsmouth to Cheltenham by train

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3h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.5 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cheltenham Spa via Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Royal Well Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 47m.

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