4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Cheltenham will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 2 buses that leave Luton for Cheltenham on Sun, Nov 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct buses cover the 114 km distance in an average of 5 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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 bus and train for Luton to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. 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 €9, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 114 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€17 Average price Cheapest | €67 Average price |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Luton to Cheltenham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Cheltenham buses for tomorrow, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:50 PM Luton | 5h40 | 10:30 PM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:55 PM Luton | 5h35 | 10:30 PM Cheltenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Cheltenham
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Buses from Luton to Cheltenham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 114 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 114 km |
Average bus duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Luton to CheltenhamYou can travel by bus between Luton to Cheltenham with National Express for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Luton to Cheltenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.
When departing from Luton, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) and Luton, Galaxy Centre (Stop G3). When arriving in Cheltenham, you can end your trip in coach stations like Cheltenham, Spa Railway Station (Entrance), Cheltenham, Clarence Street arrival (Stop 30) and Cheltenham, Gloucester Road (Arle Court).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Luton, Station Interchange, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cheltenham, Spa Railway Station (Entrance), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Luton to 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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