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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Cheltenham is to bus which costs £15 - £40 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Cheltenham is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £25 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Promenade via Bus Station and Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Cheltenham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Cheltenham Spa. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Exeter to Cheltenham?

The distance between Exeter and Cheltenham is 120 miles. The road distance is 114.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £25 - £80.

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

The train from Exeter St Davids to Cheltenham Spa takes 1h 43m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Cheltenham bus from?

Exeter to Cheltenham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Cheltenham train from?

Exeter to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Exeter to Cheltenham is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £25 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Exeter to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Exeter to Cheltenham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Cheltenham train arrive?

Exeter to Cheltenham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Cheltenham is 114 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Exeter to Cheltenham.

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

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Cheltenham 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 Exeter St Davids to Cheltenham SpaPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
1h 43m
£25–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUk049 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hub100 / ...
3h 37m
£15–36
Drive 113.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Cheltenham113.4 mi
1h 53m
£29–42
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Filton Abbey WoodExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Cheltenham SpaBristol Temple Meads - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
3h 38m
£27–50

Exeter to Cheltenham by train

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1h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 119.5 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £25–80 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Promenade via Bus Station and Arle Court Transport Hub in around 3h 37m.

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