The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Cheltenham will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 15 buses that leave London for Cheltenham on Tue, May 05, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 05 the direct buses cover the 142 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Tue, May 05 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
FlixBus6:00 AM2h55London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station8:55 AMCheltenham€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:30 PM3h05London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station11:35 PMCheltenham€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:00 PM3h40London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station7:40 PMCheltenham€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 AM3h25London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station1:55 PMCheltenham€151One-way0 transfers
NX4442:00 PM3h05London, Victoria Coach Station5:05 PMCheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station€201One-way0 transfers
NX44512:30 PM2h40London, Victoria Coach Station3:10 PMCheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station€251One-way0 transfers
NX4456:00 PM2h45London, Victoria Coach Station8:45 PMCheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station€251One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:00 AM2h55London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station8:55 AMCheltenham€91One-way0 transfers
NX4449:00 PM2h55London, Victoria Coach Station11:55 PMCheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station€201One-way0 transfers
NX44411:00 PM3h00London, Victoria Coach Station2:00 AMCheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station€201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus 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 bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 142 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €63 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 |
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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 buses for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX444 | 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 5:10 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX445 | 3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 6:00 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 3h40 | 7:40 PM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX444 | 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 8:10 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX445 | 6:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 8:30 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX444 | 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 10:00 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX444 | 8:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 10:50 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 3h05 | 11:35 PM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX445 | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 11:35 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX444 | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h25 | 12:25 AM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX444 | 11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 2:35 AM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 5 | |||||
FlixBus | 6:00 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 2h55 | 8:55 AM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX444 | 7:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 10:05 AM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX444 | 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 12:30 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 3h25 | 1:55 PM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX444 | 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 2:00 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX445 | On time 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 3:10 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX445 | On time 3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 6:30 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX445 | On time 6:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 8:45 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Cheltenham
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 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus 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 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
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.
FAQs: Bus from London to Cheltenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Cheltenham
- 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
- 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
- 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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