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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Cheltenham Spa is to bus which costs £15 - £40 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Cheltenham Spa is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £25 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Cheltenham Spa. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Glencairn Park Road via Bus Station and Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Cheltenham Spa?

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 Spa?

The distance between Exeter and Cheltenham Spa is 120 miles. The road distance is 113.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Cheltenham Spa without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £25 - £90.

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

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 Spa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Exeter to Cheltenham Spa train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Cheltenham Spa?

The best way to get from Exeter to Cheltenham Spa is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £25 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Exeter to Cheltenham Spa bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Exeter and Cheltenham Spa?

Cheltenham Spa is 1h ahead of Exeter. It is currently 6:18 PM in Exeter and 7:18 PM in Cheltenham Spa.

Where does the Exeter to Cheltenham Spa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Cheltenham Spa?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Cheltenham Spa is 113 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Exeter to Cheltenham Spa.

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham Spa?

There are 1590+ hotels available in Cheltenham Spa.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Cheltenham Spa 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
£25–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUk045 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hub100 / ...
3h 43m
£15–36
Drive 112.5 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Cheltenham Spa112.5 mi
1h 51m
£29–41
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 Spa 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 Spa, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £25–90 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Cheltenham Spa via Bus Station, Arle Court Transport Hub, and Glencairn Park Road in around 3h 43m.

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