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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Promenade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa?

The distance between Basingstoke and Cheltenham Spa is 100 miles. The road distance is 69.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £28 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa, including transfers.

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

Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

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

Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £28 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Basingstoke and Cheltenham Spa?

Cheltenham Spa is 1h ahead of Basingstoke. It is currently 11:25 PM in Basingstoke and 12:25 AM in Cheltenham Spa.

Where does the Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa.

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham Spa?

There are 1590+ hotels available in Cheltenham Spa.

Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Cheltenham SpaLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2h 46m
£28–141
Drive 69.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa69.5 mi
1h 29m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Station444 / ...
4h 14m
£38–57

Basingstoke to Cheltenham Spa by train

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Distance: 99.7 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £22–130 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Royal Well Bus Station, and Promenade in around 4h 14m.

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