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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Cheltenham is to fly and train which costs £40 - £190 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Cheltenham is to fly and train which takes 4h 11m and costs £40 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Royal Well Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Haymarket, Wolverhampton and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Inverness to Cheltenham?

The distance between Inverness and Cheltenham is 492 miles. The road distance is 484.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Cheltenham without a car is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 9h 20m and costs £95 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Inverness to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Cheltenham bus from?

Inverness to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Cheltenham train from?

Inverness to Cheltenham train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Inverness to Cheltenham is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 9h 20m and costs £95 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 58m.

Where does the Inverness to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Inverness to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Inverness to Cheltenham train arrive?

Inverness to Cheltenham train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Cheltenham is 485 miles. It takes approximately 8h 5m to drive from Inverness to Cheltenham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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Inverness to Cheltenham - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Inverness to Cheltenham by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Bristol Airport, train
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1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)INV - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spa
4h 11m
£43–182
Train via Wolverhampton
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Wolverhampton
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
9h 20m
£98–280
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Royal Well Bus Station100
11h 58m
Drive 481.8 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Cheltenham481.8 mi
8h 5m
£118–170
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)INV - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cheltenham Spa
6h 3m
£102–456
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
5h 52m
£113–330
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport
1. Take the train from Inverness to Pitlochry
2. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
7h 10m
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeen
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)ABZ - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
6h 36m
£106–289
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Luton Airport (LTN)INV - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cheltenham Spa
6h 39m
£96–326
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)INV - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Reading
3. Take the train from Reading to Cheltenham Spa
7h 21m
£85–279
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh WaverleyInverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cheltenham SpaEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
9h 54m
£58–319
Train #2
1. Take the train from Inverness to StechfordInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham SpaManchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
10h 55m
£85–133

Inverness to Cheltenham by train

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Distance: 489.1 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Cheltenham, England?

You can take a train from Inverness to Cheltenham Spa via Haymarket, Wolverhampton, and Birmingham New Street in around 9h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to Royal Well Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 11h 58m.

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