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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Cheltenham is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Royal Well Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Cheltenham?

The distance between Gatwick and Cheltenham is 137 miles. The road distance is 116.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Gatwick to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Cheltenham bus from?

Gatwick to Cheltenham bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, depart from Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Cheltenham train from?

Gatwick to Cheltenham train services, operated by First Great Western, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Cheltenham is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Gatwick to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Gatwick to Cheltenham bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Gatwick to Cheltenham train arrive?

Gatwick to Cheltenham train services, operated by First Great Western, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Cheltenham is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Gatwick to Cheltenham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick 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 Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
3h 55m
Drive 115.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick to Cheltenhamcar 115.5 mi
2h 11m
£29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 444
4h 25m
Bus via Oxford
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus Oxf
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus X52
5h 33m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Gatwick to Cheltenham.

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Distance: 136.1 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Cheltenham Spa via Reading in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Royal Well Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 25m.

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