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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Strathaven is to bus via Buchanan Bus Station which costs £22 - £45 and takes 11h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Strathaven is to drive which takes 5h 5m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Strathaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Strathaven. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Wellbrae via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 53m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Strathaven?

The distance between Cheltenham and Strathaven is 364 miles. The road distance is 318.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Strathaven without a car is to train via Preston which takes 7h 51m and costs £40 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 51m to get from Cheltenham to Strathaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Strathaven bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Strathaven?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Strathaven is to train via Preston which takes 7h 51m and costs £40 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 10h 53m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Strathaven bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Strathaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Strathaven is 318 miles. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Cheltenham to Strathaven.

Where can I stay near Strathaven?

There are 887+ hotels available in Strathaven.

Cheltenham to Strathaven - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Cheltenham to Strathaven by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Preston
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Central
7h 51m
£43–227
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham to Newhall StUk077
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus StationUk030 / ...
11h 16m
£22–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station590 / ...
10h 53m
£41–83
Drive 316.6 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Strathaven316.6 mi
5h 5m
£79–113
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the bus from Cathedral Street to Wellbrae
5h 26m
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to MotherwellPlymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
8h 48m
£170–550
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the bus from Cathedral Street to Wellbrae
5h 9m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
6h 9m
£48–130
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
5h 52m
£49–145
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
6h 44m
£107–415
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
7h 15m
£78–321

Cheltenham to Strathaven by train, foot, and bus

80Weekly Services

7h 51mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 362.1 mi
Duration: 7h 51m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Strathaven, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Wellbrae via Birmingham New Street, Preston, Glasgow Central, and Cathedral Street in around 7h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Wellbrae via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 10h 53m.

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