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 £10 - £55 and takes 3h 15m.

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 £60 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Cheltenham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Exeter and arriving at Cheltenham. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

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 £60 - £85.

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 Exeter 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 £60 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £55 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Exeter to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Exeter to Cheltenham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cheltenham 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 54m 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?

Book your Exeter to Cheltenham bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near 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 Spatrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
1h 43m
£60–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Cheltenhambus Uk087
3h 15m
£10–55
Drive 113.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Cheltenhamcar 113.4 mi
1h 54m
£29–41
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Filton Abbey Woodtrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Cheltenham Spatrain Bristol Temple Meads - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
3h 40m
£54–101

Exeter to Cheltenham by train

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1h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 119.4 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 £60–85 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Exeter to Cheltenham twice daily. Tickets cost £10–18 and the journey takes 3h 15m. National Express also services this route 6 times a week.

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