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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Aintree is to bus via Birmingham which costs £15 - £35 and takes 6h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Aintree is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Aintree?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Racecourse and arriving at Hailebury Avenue via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Aintree?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Old Roan via Birmingham New Street and Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Aintree?

The distance between Cheltenham and Aintree is 140 miles. The road distance is 141.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Aintree without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £29 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Cheltenham to Aintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Aintree bus from?

Cheltenham to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cheltenham Racecourse station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Aintree train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Aintree?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Aintree is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £29 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Aintree bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Aintree train arrive?

Cheltenham to Aintree train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Aintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Aintree is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Cheltenham to Aintree.

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

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Where can I stay near Aintree?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Aintree 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 Birmingham New StreetBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime StreetBirmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 26m
£30–105
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham to Newhall StUk077
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Liverpool, Liverpool OneUk021 / ...
6h 11m
£16–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Liverpool, Liverpool OneCf4
5h 1m
£27–39
Drive 141 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Aintree141 mi
2h 20m
£36–51

Cheltenham to Aintree by train and foot

191Weekly Services

3h 26mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 139.3 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Old Roan via Birmingham New Street, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Liverpool, Liverpool One twice daily. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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