- Must visit
The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum
Cheltenham's main museum and art gallery, covering local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in a central Regency building.
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Banbury to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Banbury to Cheltenham will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
To travel from Banbury to Cheltenham you need to make at least one change.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Banbury to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £84.
Distance: 54 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £95 Average Price |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Banbury to Cheltenham coaches for today, Wednesday 26 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:10 Banbury | 2h50 | 11:00 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:10 Banbury | 2h50 | 12:00 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:10 Banbury | 2h50 | 13:00 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:20 Banbury | 2h40 | 14:00 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:20 Banbury | 2h40 | 15:00 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:20 Banbury | 3h17 | 16:37 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:35 Banbury | 2h35 | 17:10 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:35 Banbury | 2h35 | 18:10 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:45 Banbury | 13h50 | 7:35 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
| Thursday 27 August | |||||
![]() | 6:50 Banbury | 2h20 | 9:10 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
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Buses from Banbury to Cheltenham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:50, the last at 17:30. The fastest coach covers the 54 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 54 km |
Average bus duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 5:50 |
Last bus 17:30 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Cheltenham's main museum and art gallery, covering local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in a central Regency building.
Museum in Pittville Pump Room exploring Cheltenham's spa history, with displays on mineral waters, visitors and Regency society.
Composer Gustav Holst's birthplace, furnished with period rooms and musical displays that bring Victorian Cheltenham to life.
Formal Regency gardens beside the Promenade, popular for walks, floral displays, events and views of historic Cheltenham buildings.
Large ornamental park with lake, playgrounds and broad paths, ideal for relaxed walks near the famous Pump Room.
Leafy district known for Regency architecture, boutiques and garden spaces, offering one of Cheltenham's most elegant walking areas.
Gloucester Old Spot pork from a traditional local breed, often served as roast or sausages. It is closely linked to Gloucestershire farming heritage.
Single or double Gloucester is a historic local cheese from Gloucestershire, prized for its rich, creamy taste and long county tradition.
A hard-pressed cow’s milk cheese from nearby Gloucestershire, traditionally matured for a full, nutty flavour and strong regional identity.
Refined modern British dining in elegant surroundings, known for polished tasting menus and carefully sourced seasonal ingredients.
Long-established French bistro with a lively, relaxed feel. Known for steak frites, seafood and classic brasserie dishes.
Stylish contemporary restaurant serving seasonal British cooking, craft drinks and brunch in a smart but informal setting.
Moderate by UK standards. Hotels and dining are pricier than smaller towns, but cheaper than London; local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is fine. Taxis: round up or tip about 10% for good service.
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