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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Manchester is to bus which costs £26 - £70 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Manchester?

The distance between Cheltenham and Manchester is 127 miles. The road distance is 128.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £65 - £95.

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

The train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadilly takes 2h 19m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Manchester?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Manchester is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £65 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £70 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Manchester train arrive?

Cheltenham to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Manchester is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Cheltenham to Manchester.

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

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Manchester 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 Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 19m
£65–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
4h 16m
£27–68
Drive 128 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Manchestercar 128 mi
2h 20m
£32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk076 / ...
4h 17m
£32–49

Cheltenham to Manchester by train

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Distance: 126.6 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 4h 16m.

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