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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa is to train which costs £8 - £23 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £8 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Glencairn Park Road via Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Cheltenham Spa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Cheltenham Spa. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa?

The distance between Cardiff and Cheltenham Spa is 63 miles. The road distance is 66.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £8 - £23.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Cheltenham Spa takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £8 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 2h.

Where does the Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa bus arrive?

Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Transport Hub station.

What is the time difference between Cardiff and Cheltenham Spa?

Cheltenham Spa is 1h ahead of Cardiff. It is currently 12:38 PM in Cardiff and 1:38 PM in Cheltenham Spa.

Where does the Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa train arrive?

Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa.

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham Spa?

There are 1667+ hotels available in Cheltenham Spa.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cheltenham SpaCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
1h 12m
£8–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Transport HubCp9
2h
£19–33
Drive 66.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa66.4 mi
1h 15m
£17–24
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol ParkwayPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cheltenham SpaBristol Temple Meads - Stockport / ...
1h 22m
£19–34

Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa by train

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Distance: 62.5 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Cheltenham Spa, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £8–17 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Transport for Wales also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Transport Hub 4 times a week. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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