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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cheltenham Spa is to bus which costs £22 - £55 and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cheltenham Spa is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cheltenham Spa?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Cheltenham Spa. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Glencairn Park Road via Birmingham Coach Station and Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Cheltenham Spa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Cheltenham Spa. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cheltenham Spa?

The distance between Manchester and Cheltenham Spa is 127 miles. The road distance is 129.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Cheltenham Spa without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £24 - £180.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spa takes 2h 26m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cheltenham Spa bus from?

Manchester to Cheltenham Spa bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

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

Manchester to Cheltenham Spa train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Cheltenham Spa?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cheltenham Spa is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £24 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Manchester to Cheltenham Spa bus arrive?

Manchester to Cheltenham Spa bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

What is the time difference between Manchester and Cheltenham Spa?

Cheltenham Spa is 1h ahead of Manchester. It is currently 2:15 PM in Manchester and 3:15 PM in Cheltenham Spa.

Where does the Manchester to Cheltenham Spa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Cheltenham Spa?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cheltenham Spa is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Manchester to Cheltenham Spa.

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham Spa?

There are 813+ hotels available in Cheltenham Spa.

Manchester to Cheltenham Spa - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester 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 Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 26m
£24–180
Train via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 33m
£20–101
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Stbus Uk076 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 39m
Drive 128.3 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Cheltenham Spacar 128.3 mi
2h 20m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
4h 46m
£22–55

Manchester to Cheltenham Spa by train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126.5 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Cheltenham Spa, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spa every 3 hours. Tickets cost £24–180 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Cheltenham Spa via Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Transport Hub, and Glencairn Park Road in around 4h 46m.

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