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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Cheltenham is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Royal Well Bus Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Colchester to Cheltenham?

The distance between Colchester and Cheltenham is 177 miles. The road distance is 151 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £60 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Colchester to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Cheltenham bus from?

Colchester to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Cheltenham train from?

Colchester to Cheltenham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Colchester to Cheltenham is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £60 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Colchester to Cheltenham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Cheltenham train arrive?

Colchester to Cheltenham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Cheltenham is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Colchester to Cheltenham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Cheltenham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cheltenham SpaLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
3h 58m
£61–227
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Royal Well Bus StationUk044
4h 50m
£26–95
Drive 150.1 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Cheltenham150.1 mi
3h 1m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Station444
6h 12m
£54–83

Colchester to Cheltenham by train

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3h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175.8 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Cheltenham Spa via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Royal Well Bus Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 12m.

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