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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 58 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 2 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for Cheltenham 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 161 km distance in an average of 7 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 15 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 London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 161 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price |
4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham coaches for today, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 11:50 London Stansted Airport | 5h25 | 17:15 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:15 London Stansted Airport | 5h20 | 22:35 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham
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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 08:50, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 161 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 161 km |
Average bus duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 08:50 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to CheltenhamYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham with National Express for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Cheltenham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cheltenham, follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport 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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