The cheapest and fastest coaches from Gloucester to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
25 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Gloucester to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Cheltenham will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 14 buses that leave Gloucester for Cheltenham every day 14 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 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 30 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.
NX44411:500h35Gloucester, Transport Hub12:25Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station£41One-way0 changes
NX4449:000h25Gloucester, Transport Hub9:25Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station£41One-way0 changes
NX4456:550h35Gloucester, Transport Hub7:30Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station£41One-way0 changes
NX44413:300h35Gloucester, Transport Hub14:05Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station£41One-way0 changes
NX4442:200h30Gloucester, Transport Hub2:50Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station£41One-way0 changes
NX4448:300h20Gloucester, Transport Hub8:50Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station£41One-way0 changes
NX4449:000h25Gloucester, Transport Hub9:25Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station£41One-way0 changes
NX44417:350h25Gloucester, Transport Hub18:00Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station£41One-way0 changes
NX44419:000h25Gloucester, Transport Hub19:25Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station£41One-way0 changes
NX4442:200h30Gloucester, Transport Hub2:50Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester 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 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 coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 12 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£4 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price |
53m Average total duration 23m 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
Gloucester to Cheltenham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Cheltenham coaches for today, Saturday 23 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:15 Gloucester | 0h35 | 16:50 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 24 May | |||||
NX444 | 2:20 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0h30 | 2:50 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX444 | 4:40 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0h30 | 5:10 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX444 | 5:20 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0h30 | 5:50 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX445 | 6:55 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0h35 | 7:30 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX444 | 8:30 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0h20 | 8:50 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX444 | 9:00 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0h25 | 9:25 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX445 | 10:00 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0h35 | 10:35 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX444 | 11:50 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0h35 | 12:25 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX445 | 12:30 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0h35 | 13:05 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Gloucester to Cheltenham coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Stagecoach West to find the best option for your trip from Gloucester to Cheltenham.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Stagecoach West to find the best option for your trip from Gloucester to Cheltenham.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gloucester to Cheltenham
Buses from Gloucester to Cheltenham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:07, the last at 23:47. The fastest coach covers the 12 km distance in 20m.
Distance 12 km |
Average bus duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 20m |
First bus 0:07 |
Last bus 23:47 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Stagecoach West from Gloucester to CheltenhamYou can travel by bus between Gloucester to Cheltenham with National Express, FlixBus, Stagecoach West for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Gloucester to Cheltenham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Cheltenham
- 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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