4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Cheltenham will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 8 buses that leave Bristol for Cheltenham on Fri, Jul 03, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct buses cover the 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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.
FlixBus7:15 PM1h25Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)8:40 PMCheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub€51One-way0 transfers- FlixBus9:35 AM1h25Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)11:00 AMCheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub€51One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:45 AM1h00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)8:45 AMCheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub€51One-way0 transfers
NX1009:20 PM1h20Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)10:40 PMCheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station€141One-way0 transfers- NX1001:00 AM1h20Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)2:20 AMCheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station€141One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:45 AM1h00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)8:45 AMCheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub€51One-way0 transfers
- NX1009:20 PM1h20Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)10:40 PMCheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station€141One-way0 transfers
- NX1001:00 AM1h20Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)2:20 AMCheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station€141One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:15 PM1h25Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)8:40 PMCheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub€51One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:35 AM1h25Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)11:00 AMCheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub€51One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 bus with prices starting from €4. 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 bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 61 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€6 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price |
1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m 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 |
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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 buses for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX100 · NX445 | 7:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h35 | 10:35 AM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX100 · NX444 | 10:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h35 | 12:25 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX100 · NX444 | 2:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2h20 | 4:25 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX100 | 9:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h20 | 10:40 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 3 | |||||
| NX100 | 1:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1h20 | 2:20 AM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Cheltenham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Bristol to Cheltenham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 61 km distance in 50m.
Distance 61 km |
Average bus duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Bristol to CheltenhamYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Cheltenham with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Cheltenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Cheltenham by bus. 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 bus, 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
Popular bus stations from Bristol to Cheltenham
Most Bristol to Cheltenham buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane). Use this guide to compare Bristol and Cheltenham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) from Bristol city centre
Getting to Bristol, Airport Bus Station from Bristol city centre
Which Cheltenham station do buses from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station from Cheltenham city centre
Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Royal Well (in the station), The Coffee House (0.2 km), The Brewery Quarter (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) from Cheltenham city centre
Most popular bus connections from Bristol
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