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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Cheltenham is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Royal Well Bus Station via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Swanage to Cheltenham?

The distance between Swanage and Cheltenham is 185 miles. The road distance is 108 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £150 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Swanage to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Cheltenham bus from?

Swanage to Cheltenham bus services, operated by More Bus, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Swanage to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Swanage to Cheltenham is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £150 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £75 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Swanage to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Swanage to Cheltenham bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Cheltenham is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Swanage to Cheltenham.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

There are 1674+ hotels available in Cheltenham.

Swanage to Cheltenham - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Swanage 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 Bournemouth to ReadingBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cheltenham SpaLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
4h 27m
£159–326
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Station50
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Station
7h 6m
£18–72
Drive 107.4 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Cheltenham107.4 mi
2h 28m
£27–38

Swanage to Cheltenham by bus

72Weekly Buses

7h 6mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Swanage to Cheltenham.

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Distance: 184.2 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a vehicle from Swanage to Cheltenham Spa via Bournemouth and Reading in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Station via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 6m.

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