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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Stanstead is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Stanstead is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Stanstead?

The distance between Cheltenham and Stanstead is 191 miles. The road distance is 137 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Stanstead without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 46m and costs £60 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Cheltenham to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Stanstead bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Stanstead is to train via London which takes 5h 46m and costs £60 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £75 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Stanstead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Stanstead is 137 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Cheltenham to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 455+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cheltenham to Stanstead 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
5h 46m
£63–203
Drive 136.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Stansteadcar 136.2 mi
3h 9m
£34–49
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 Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
7h 43m
£47–71
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cambridgetrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Bury St Edmundstrain Cambridge - Ipswich / ...
6h 46m
£52–151
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Elytrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
6h 59m
£40–147

Cheltenham to Stanstead by train and bus

84Weekly Services

5h 46mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 189.6 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Stanway Close via London Paddington, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 7h 43m.

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