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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Bude is to bus which costs £19 - £40 and takes 8h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Bude is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Bude?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Bude. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at The Strand via Arle Court Transport Hub, Bus Station, Bus Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Bude?

The distance between Cheltenham and Bude is 176 miles. The road distance is 157.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Bude without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 30m and costs £28 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Cheltenham to Bude, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Bude bus from?

Cheltenham to Bude bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Bude bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Bude bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Bude?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Bude is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Cheltenham to Bude.

Where can I stay near Bude?

There are 1099+ hotels available in Bude.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Bude 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strand6
5h 30m
£29–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Bus Station100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Station66
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strand6
8h 53m
£20–39
Drive 156.5 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Bude156.5 mi
2h 59m
£39–56
Train, bus via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Filton Abbey Wood
2. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strand6
7h 19m
£44–69

Cheltenham to Bude by train and bus

38Weekly Services

5h 30mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cheltenham to Bude.

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Distance: 174.6 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Promenade to The Strand via Arle Court Transport Hub, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and Railway Station in around 8h 53m.

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