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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Cheltenham is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Royal Well Bus Station via Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Crewe and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Chester to Cheltenham?

The distance between Chester and Cheltenham is 119 miles. The road distance is 111.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Cheltenham without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 2h 35m and costs £28 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Chester to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Cheltenham bus from?

Chester to Cheltenham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Cheltenham train from?

Chester to Cheltenham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.

Train or bus from Chester to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Chester to Cheltenham is to train via Crewe which takes 2h 35m and costs £28 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Chester to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Chester to Cheltenham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Chester to Cheltenham train arrive?

Chester to Cheltenham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Chester to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Cheltenham is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Chester to Cheltenham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New StreetWigan North Western - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham SpaManchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 35m
£29–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newhall StUkn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Royal Well Bus Station100
4h 8m
£25–55
Drive 110.4 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Cheltenham110.4 mi
2h 20m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham New StreetHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham SpaManchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 1m
£33–121
Train #2
1. Take the train from Chester to StaffordChester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Cheltenham SpaManchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 7m
£38–117

Chester to Cheltenham by train

254Weekly Trains

2h 35mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chester to Cheltenham.

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Distance: 118.1 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Cheltenham Spa via Crewe and Birmingham New Street in around 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Royal Well Bus Station via Newhall St and Lordswood Rd in around 4h 8m.

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