What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham is to train and bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 6h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at Royal Well Bus Station via Bus Station, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Cheltenham is 167 miles. The road distance is 137.2 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £70 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham bus from?

Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Victoria station.

Train or bus from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham?

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

There are 1830+ hotels available in Cheltenham.

Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
4h 11m
£74–155
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station/ Oxford Tube to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus X52
6h 9m
£23–55
Drive 136.4 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenhamcar 136.4 mi
2h 51m
£34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 444
7h 6m
£32–76

Southend-on-Sea to Cheltenham by train

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Distance: 165.7 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Cheltenham, England?

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Cheltenham Spa via Stratford and London Paddington in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Royal Well Bus Station via Bus Station, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 6m.

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