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 - £19 and takes 1h 11m.

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 11m and costs £8 - £19.

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 Kingsway GD and arriving at Glencairn Park Road via Bus Station and Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

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 11m.

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 11m and costs £8 - £19.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Cheltenham Spa takes 1h 11m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD 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 11m and costs £8 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £30 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa bus arrive?

Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

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 1572+ 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 11m
£8–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hub100 / ...
2h 57m
£13–30
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 ParkwaySwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cheltenham SpaBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 20m
£19–32

Cardiff to Cheltenham Spa by train

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1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 62.5 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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 £8–19 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Cheltenham Spa via Bus Station, Arle Court Transport Hub, and Glencairn Park Road in around 2h 57m.

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