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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Bournemouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Bournemouth?

The distance between Cheltenham and Bournemouth is 161 miles. The road distance is 96.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Cheltenham to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Bournemouth bus from?

Cheltenham to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Bournemouth train from?

Cheltenham to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Bournemouth is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Bournemouth train arrive?

Cheltenham to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Bournemouth is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Cheltenham to Bournemouth.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Bournemouth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Readingtrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 53m
£73–125
Drive 96.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Bournemouthcar 96.4 mi
2h 8m
£24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
5h 25m
£35–87
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
2. Take the bus from Fleming Way to North Streetbus X5
3. Take the bus from North Street to Blue Boar Rowbus X5 / ...
7h 9m

Cheltenham to Bournemouth by train

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3h 53mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cheltenham to Bournemouth.

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Distance: 159.7 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Bournemouth via Reading in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 25m.

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