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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Wales is to train which costs £8 - £17 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Wales is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £8 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Wales?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Royal Well Bus Station station and arriving at Sophia Gardens. Services depart four times a week, and operate Tuesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Wales?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Wales?

The distance between Cheltenham and Wales is 63 miles. The road distance is 67.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Wales without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £8 - £17.

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

The train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Central takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Wales?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Wales is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £8 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £25 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Wales bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Wales train arrive?

Cheltenham to Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Wales is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Cheltenham to Wales.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1608+ hotels available in Wales.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Wales 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 Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 10m
£8–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp9
2h 15m
£18–25
Drive 66.9 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Cardiffcar 66.9 mi
1h 17m
£17–24
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 27m
£15–39

Cheltenham to Wales by train

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Distance: 62.5 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £8–17 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Sophia Gardens 4 times a week. Tickets cost £18–25 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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