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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Bakewell is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Bakewell is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Royal Well and arriving at Square via Birmingham Coach Station and Sheffield Interchange/D3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Bakewell?

The distance between Cheltenham and Bakewell is 126 miles. The road distance is 108.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Bakewell without a car is to train and line 170 bus which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Cheltenham to Bakewell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Bakewell bus from?

Cheltenham to Bakewell bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Bakewell bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Bakewell bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Bakewell?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Bakewell is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Cheltenham to Bakewell.

Where can I stay near Bakewell?

There are 2708+ hotels available in Bakewell.

Cheltenham to Bakewell - 4 ways to travel via train, line 170 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 170 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Chesterfieldtrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Squarebus 170
3h 27m
£51–75
Drive 108.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Bakewellcar 108.2 mi
2h 18m
£27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Matlock Streetbus 6.1
3h 40m
£45–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 825
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/D3 to Squarebus 218
5h 15m

Cheltenham to Bakewell by train and bus

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3h 27mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.1 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Royal Well to Square via Birmingham Coach Station and Sheffield Interchange/D3 in around 5h 15m.

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