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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
51 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Cheltenham will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 14 buses that leave Bristol for Cheltenham every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 61 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 61 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Cheltenham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Cheltenham coaches for today, Monday 16 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX100 | 14:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0h55 | 15:00 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 · NX444 | 14:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2h35 | 16:40 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX104 | 15:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0h50 | 16:35 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 | 16:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h00 | 17:50 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 | 18:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0h50 | 19:10 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 | 21:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h05 | 22:25 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 17 February | |||||
| NX100 | 01:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h05 | 02:05 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 | 01:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h20 | 02:20 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 · NX445 | 07:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h35 | 10:35 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 07:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h00 | 08:45 Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 | 09:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0h50 | 10:10 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 · NX444 | 10:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h35 | 12:25 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX100 | 10:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0h50 | 11:40 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Cheltenham
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Buses from Bristol to Cheltenham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 61 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 61 km |
Average bus duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Bristol to CheltenhamYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Cheltenham with Megabus, National Express for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Bristol to Cheltenham
A coach service runs regularly in the south-west from Bristol in Somerset to Cheltenham in Gloucestershire, with about four services running throughout the day. Journeys are direct to Cheltenham city centre and require one change to reach Cheltenham Arle Court park and ride. Journey times are quick with an average length of one hour for the 42-mile journey.
Which coach companies travel from Bristol to Cheltenham?
National Express operates a regular coach service between Bristol and Cheltenham and is the fastest coach service between these two cities. Services are direct.
How long is the coach from Bristol to Cheltenham?
The journey from Bristol, Marlborough Street to Cheltenham Royal Wells bus station is direct and takes just over an hour on average, with the shortest journey taking 55 minutes and the longest taking around one hour 25 minutes. In order to reach Cheltenham Arle Court, passengers should change at Cheltenham Royal Wells bus station.
How many coaches are there from Bristol to Cheltenham?
There are four coach services running between Bristol and Cheltenham daily, including at the weekend. The first service operates from Bristol at around 11:00 a.m. and arrives in Cheltenham at midday and the last bus of the day leaves Bristol late in the evening and arrives at Cheltenham at around 9:00 p.m. The times for this service are the same every day, including at weekends.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Bristol to Cheltenham?
Departure bus station: Services depart Bristol from Marlborough Street, which is a 10-minute walk and a short distance from the centre of the city. It can be found near the Broadmead shopping area, which has plenty of restaurants and cafes. Although the bus station is small, services include toilets, newsagents, a coffee shop and plenty of seating. The bus station is a 20-minute walk away from Bristol Temple Meads, the major train station in the city.
Arrival bus station: Services arrive in Cheltenham at the Royal Wells bus station, near the Montpellier district of the city. This is a small stop with a covered area with a few seats but with very few services. The station is in the city centre, approximately a five-minute walk to nearby restaurants and shopping areas and a 25-minute walk to the main train station, Cheltenham Spa.
FAQs: Bristol to Cheltenham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Cheltenham by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cheltenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Cheltenham
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Royal Well (in the station)
- The Coffee House (0.2 km)
- The Brewery Quarter (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 94, 94U, 97, 98
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