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What is the best way to travel from Leicester to Cheltenham?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Cheltenham from Leicester. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
2h 25m
£8
£8
2
Train
1h 43m
£43
£43
6

What is the cheapest way to reach Cheltenham from Leicester?

You can reach Cheltenham with just £8 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Tuesday
from £9
Wednesday
Thursday
from £8
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
from £8

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    06:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    09:15
    Cheltenham
    Arle Court
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    16:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:00
    Cheltenham
    Arle Court
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9

    • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 57m
    0
    06:17
    Leicester
    Central Station
    08:14
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £43
  • CrossCountry
    1h 43m
    0
    07:07
    Leicester
    Central Station
    08:50
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £43
  • CrossCountry
    1h 52m
    0
    07:22
    Leicester
    Central Station
    09:14
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £43
  • CrossCountry
    2h 0m
    0
    07:50
    Leicester
    Central Station
    09:50
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £43
  • CrossCountry
    1h 56m
    0
    08:18
    Leicester
    Central Station
    10:14
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £43

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    06:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    09:15
    Cheltenham
    Arle Court
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    16:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:00
    Cheltenham
    Arle Court
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    06:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    09:15
    Cheltenham
    Arle Court
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    16:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:00
    Cheltenham
    Arle Court
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8

What are the fastest trips from Leicester to Cheltenham?

You can get to Cheltenham from Leicester in just 1h 43m with a Train from CrossCountry. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Tuesday
from 1h 43m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 2h 25m
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
from 2h 25m

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 43m
    0
    07:07
    Leicester
    Central Station
    08:50
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £43
  • CrossCountry
    1h 52m
    0
    07:22
    Leicester
    Central Station
    09:14
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £43
  • CrossCountry
    1h 56m
    0
    08:18
    Leicester
    Central Station
    10:14
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £43
  • CrossCountry
    1h 57m
    0
    06:17
    Leicester
    Central Station
    08:14
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £43
  • CrossCountry
    2h 0m
    0
    07:50
    Leicester
    Central Station
    09:50
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £43

    • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    06:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    09:15
    Cheltenham
    Arle Court
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    16:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:00
    Cheltenham
    Arle Court
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    06:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    09:15
    Cheltenham
    Arle Court
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    16:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:00
    Cheltenham
    Arle Court
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    06:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    09:15
    Cheltenham
    Arle Court
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    16:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    19:00
    Cheltenham
    Arle Court
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Leicester to Cheltenham

What are the most popular stations in Leicester and Cheltenham?

In Leicester, you will usually depart from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Fosse Park or Central Station, while in Cheltenham you will be arriving at GCHQ, Racecourse or Royal Well Coach Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cheltenham from Leicester? With 3 connections between 2 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Leicester and Cheltenham, you can pay as low as £8 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Cheltenham in just 1h 43m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Leicester and Cheltenham are FlixBus and CrossCountry, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Leicester and Cheltenham is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Oadby or to Shurdington, and look at flights from East Midlands Airport, and landing at Gloucestershire Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Leicester to Cheltenham?

The most popular companies between Leicester and Cheltenham, are FlixBus and CrossCountry. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: CrossCountry

All you need to know when you travel from Leicester to Cheltenham

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Leicester to Cheltenham. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Leicester to Cheltenham

How can I reach Cheltenham from Leicester?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Cheltenham from Leicester.

How far is Cheltenham from Leicester?

The distance between Leicester and Cheltenham is 103.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Leicester and Cheltenham?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 18 kgs, and a flight 25 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Leicester to Cheltenham?

You can get to Cheltenham with just £8 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Cheltenham?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cheltenham in just 1h 43m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Leicester and to Cheltenham

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Leicester and to Cheltenham. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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