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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester is to train and bus which costs £13 - £55 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £21 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham Spa and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester?

The distance between Cheltenham Spa and Manchester is 127 miles. The road distance is 129 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £21 - £180.

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

The train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadilly takes 2h 19m including transfers and departs every three hours.

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

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

What is the time difference between Cheltenham Spa and Manchester?

Manchester is 1h behind Cheltenham Spa. It is currently 1:44 PM in Cheltenham Spa and 12:44 PM in Manchester.

Where does the Cheltenham Spa to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham Spa to Manchester is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3520+ hotels available in Manchester.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester 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 Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 19m
£21–180
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stockport / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
3h
£14–55
Drive 128.2 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham Spa to Manchestercar 128.2 mi
2h 21m
£32–46

Cheltenham Spa to Manchester by train

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2h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126.5 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £21–180 and the journey takes 2h 19m.

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