4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London 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 to Cheltenham will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 18 buses that leave London for Cheltenham every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 142 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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 London to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. 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 £6, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 142 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg 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
London to Cheltenham bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Cheltenham coaches for today, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 23:35 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
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| FlixBus | 06:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 08:55 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 | Delayed 15:50 07:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 12:25 12:25Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 | Delayed 15:50 09:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 12:25 12:25Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 13:55 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 | Delayed 15:50 10:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 13:35 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 | Delayed 15:50 12:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 14:40 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 | Delayed 15:50 13:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 16:05 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 | Delayed 15:50 14:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 17:25 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX445 | On time 15:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 18:15 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 19:40 Cheltenham | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 | On time 17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 20:25 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX445 | On time 18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 20:45 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 | On time 19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 22:00 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 | On time 20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 22:50 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX445 | On time 21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 23:35 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 | On time 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h25 | 00:25 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 | On time 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 02:35 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Cheltenham
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Buses from London to Cheltenham run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 142 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 142 km |
Average bus duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from London to CheltenhamYou can travel by bus between London to Cheltenham with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from London to Cheltenham: Journey Details
National Express operates fourteen buses from London to Cheltenham, seven days a week. Buses depart from Victoria Coach Station in central London at around 7:30 a.m., until just before midnight and have a journey time of approximately 2.5 hours.
Taking the Bus from London
Buses from London to Cheltenham depart from London Victoria Coach Station, conveniently located close to Victoria Railway Station. Together they provide good transport connections across the city, South London and to the Sussex coast. Victoria Coach Station is a hub for local buses and is on the District, Circle and Victoria underground lines. There are frequent night bus services in the capital and a taxi rank is located outside both stations.
Getting into Cheltenham by Bus
Cheltenham is a historic spa town that became popular in the 17th century, when Royalty began visiting to take the healing mineral waters, with the Pittville Pump Room recapturing some of the atmosphere of earlier times. The city streets are lined with handsome Regency architecture and house some fine shops and restaurants. Other attractions in the city include the Holst Birthplace Museum and The Art Gallery and Museum, which houses a collection from the Cotswold Arts and Crafts Movement. Cheltenham is also famous for its racecourse and annual Gold Cup race day in March. Buses from London to Cheltenham arrive at Cheltenham Royal Wells Station, which is within walking distance of the town centre. Cheltenham's bus service is operated by Stagecoach and has routes that cover the town, surrounding villages and countryside. Shuttle bus services run from the town to Cheltenham Racecourse on race days. Taxis are available at the station.
FAQs: London to Cheltenham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- 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 London and Cheltenham
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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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