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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Cheltenham is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Salisbury and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Cheltenham?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Cheltenham is 123 miles. The road distance is 71.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Cheltenham without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 25m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Shaftesbury to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Cheltenham train from?

Shaftesbury to Cheltenham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Gillingham (Dorset) station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Cheltenham train arrive?

Shaftesbury to Cheltenham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Salisbury station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Cheltenham is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Shaftesbury to Cheltenham.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

There are 1808+ hotels available in Cheltenham.

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spatrain
4h 25m
£50–96
Drive 71.5 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Cheltenhamcar 71.5 mi
1h 41m
£18–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cheltenham Spatrain Salisbury - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
4h 59m
£45–81
Train
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Westbury (Wilts)train London Waterloo - Westbury
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Gloucestertrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
5h 55m
£52–97

Shaftesbury to Cheltenham by bus and train

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4h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 122.7 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Shaftesbury, Dorset, England and Cheltenham, England?

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Cheltenham Spa via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Salisbury, and Bristol Temple Meads in around 4h 25m.

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