The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cheltenham to Gloucester
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
23 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cheltenham to Gloucester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Gloucester will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cheltenham for Gloucester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 12 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 25 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cheltenham to Gloucester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Gloucester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £1, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 12 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
49m Average total duration 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration Fastest 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cheltenham to Gloucester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Gloucester coaches for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:30 Cheltenham | 0h25 | 19:55 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 19 November | |||||
![]() | 03:33 Cheltenham | 0h20 | 03:53 Gloucester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cheltenham to Gloucester
Buses from Cheltenham to Gloucester run on average 10 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £1 by train.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:42. The fastest coach covers the 12 km distance in 20m.
Distance 12 km |
Average bus duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 20m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:42 |
Bus providers: National Express, Marchants Coaches, John Dix Travel, Stagecoach West, Pulhams Coaches from Cheltenham to GloucesterYou can travel by bus between Cheltenham to Gloucester with National Express, Marchants Coaches, John Dix Travel, Stagecoach West, Pulhams Coaches for as low as £1. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Marchants Coaches
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Pulhams Coaches
FAQs: Cheltenham to Gloucester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham to Gloucester 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 Gloucester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (562 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Gloucester, Transport Hub, located 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham and Gloucester
- 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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