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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Colne is to bus via Birmingham which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Colne is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Colne?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Colne. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Colne Lane via Cheltenham, Newhall Street, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Colne?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Colne. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Colne via Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Colne?

The distance between Cheltenham and Colne is 161 miles. The road distance is 163.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Colne without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 11m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Cheltenham to Colne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Colne bus from?

Cheltenham to Colne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cheltenham station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Colne train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Colne?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Colne is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Colne bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Colne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Colne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Colne?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Colne is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Cheltenham to Colne.

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

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Where can I stay near Colne?

There are 1435+ hotels available in Colne.

Cheltenham to Colne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cheltenham to Colne by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X43
5h 11m
£74–107
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X43
7h 51m
£33–84
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Colnetrain
5h 13m
£70–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
6h 42m
Drive 162.7 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Colnecar 162.7 mi
2h 48m
£40–57

Cheltenham to Colne by train, foot, and bus

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5h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 159.6 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Colne, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Colne via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 5h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Promenade to Colne Lane via Arle Court Transport Hub, Cheltenham, Newhall Street, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 6h 42m.

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