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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Cheltenham is to train and bus which costs £15 - £55 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Royal Well Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Brighton to Cheltenham?

The distance between Brighton and Cheltenham is 176 miles. The road distance is 137.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £60 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Brighton to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Cheltenham bus from?

Brighton to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Cheltenham train from?

Brighton to Cheltenham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Brighton to Cheltenham is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £60 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Brighton to Cheltenham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Cheltenham train arrive?

Brighton to Cheltenham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Cheltenham is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Brighton to Cheltenham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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Brighton to Cheltenham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to FarringdonBrighton - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cheltenham SpaLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
4h 16m
£64–216
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Brighton to London VictoriaBrighton - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Royal Well Bus StationUk044
4h 40m
£16–54
Drive 136.8 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Cheltenham136.8 mi
2h 49m
£34–49
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to ReadingGatwick Airport - Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Cheltenham SpaLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
4h 47m
£65–180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Station444
5h 8m
£32–59

Brighton to Cheltenham by train

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4h 16mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Brighton to Cheltenham.

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Distance: 175.3 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Cheltenham Spa via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Royal Well Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 8m.

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