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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Cheltenham is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Royal Well Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Southampton Central and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Poole to Cheltenham?

The distance between Poole and Cheltenham is 156 miles. The road distance is 98.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £35 - £150.

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

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Cheltenham bus from?

Poole to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Cheltenham train from?

Poole to Cheltenham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Poole to Cheltenham is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Poole to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Poole to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Cheltenham train arrive?

Poole to Cheltenham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Poole to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Cheltenham is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Poole to Cheltenham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Cheltenham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spa
4h 4m
£35–146
Drive 97.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Cheltenham97.7 mi
2h 14m
£25–36
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Station444 / ...
5h 21m
£31–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meeting House LaneX6
2. Take the bus from St Paul's Church to The PelicanX2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Royal Well Bus Station
7h 12m

Poole to Cheltenham by train

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Distance: 155.3 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Cheltenham Spa via Southampton Central and Bristol Temple Meads in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Royal Well Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 21m.

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