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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Cheltenham is to bus which costs £27 - £50 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Cheltenham Racecourse via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Preston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Cheltenham?

The distance between Blackpool and Cheltenham is 166 miles. The road distance is 166.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Cheltenham without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 59m and costs £25 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Blackpool to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Cheltenham bus from?

Blackpool to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Cheltenham train from?

Blackpool to Cheltenham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Cheltenham is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 59m and costs £25 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Blackpool to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Blackpool to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Cheltenham train arrive?

Blackpool to Cheltenham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Cheltenham is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Blackpool to Cheltenham.

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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Blackpool to Cheltenham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 68 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Blackpool to Cheltenham by train, bus, or car

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 59m
£25–132
Line 68 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sands to Bus Stationbus 68
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
7h 9m
£24–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Cheltenham Racecoursebus Cf8
5h 40m
£27–48
Drive 165.6 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Cheltenhamcar 165.6 mi
2h 56m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 47m
£32–206

Blackpool to Cheltenham by train

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Distance: 165.2 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Cheltenham Spa via Preston and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Cheltenham Racecourse via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 5h 40m.

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