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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Trains for the journey to Bristol from Cheltenham. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
1h 20m
$9
$11
4
Train
0h 28m
$5
$16
24

What is the cheapest way to reach Bristol from Cheltenham?

You can get to Bristol with just $5 by taking a Train from CrossCountry, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Friday
from $9
Saturday
from $5
Sunday
from $9
Monday
from $9
Tuesday
from $9
Wednesday
from $9
Thursday
from $9

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 55m
    0
    6:20 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    11:35 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 14m
    0
    8:52 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    10:06 AM
    Bristol
    Nailsea & Backwell Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $21
  • CrossCountry
    1h 6m
    0
    9:32 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    10:38 AM
    Bristol
    Nailsea & Backwell Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $21
  • Transport for Wales
    1h 18m
    0
    5:38 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    6:56 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $23
  • Transport for Wales
    1h 4m
    0
    5:38 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    6:42 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $23
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 26m
    0
    5:53 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    7:19 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $23

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    0h 42m
    0
    7:52 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    8:34 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $5
  • CrossCountry
    0h 28m
    0
    7:52 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    8:20 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $5
  • CrossCountry
    0h 38m
    0
    8:29 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    9:07 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $9
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 10m
    0
    7:19 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    8:29 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $13
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 5m
    0
    8:23 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    9:28 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $13
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:05 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    4:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:05 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    11:35 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 55m
    0
    6:20 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    11:35 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 7m
    0
    7:52 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    8:59 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $9
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    0h 54m
    0
    7:52 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    8:46 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $9
  • CrossCountry
    1h 21m
    0
    8:52 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    10:13 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $18
  • CrossCountry
    1h 21m
    0
    9:52 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    11:13 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $18
  • Transport for Wales
    1h 18m
    0
    5:38 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    6:56 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $23

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 26m
    0
    5:53 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    7:19 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $22

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13

What are the fastest trips from Cheltenham to Bristol?

You can get to Bristol from Cheltenham in just 0h 28m with a Train from CrossCountry. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Friday
from 1h 4m
Saturday
from 0h 28m
Sunday
from 1h 20m
Monday
from 0h 54m
Tuesday
from 1h 20m
Wednesday
from 1h 20m
Thursday
from 1h 20m

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Transport for Wales
    1h 4m
    0
    5:38 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    6:42 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $23
  • CrossCountry
    1h 6m
    0
    9:32 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    10:38 AM
    Bristol
    Nailsea & Backwell Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $21
  • CrossCountry
    1h 14m
    0
    8:52 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    10:06 AM
    Bristol
    Nailsea & Backwell Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $21
  • Transport for Wales
    1h 18m
    0
    5:38 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    6:56 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $23
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 26m
    0
    5:53 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    7:19 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $23
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 55m
    0
    6:20 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    11:35 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    0h 28m
    0
    7:52 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    8:20 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $5
  • CrossCountry
    0h 38m
    0
    8:29 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    9:07 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $9
  • CrossCountry
    0h 42m
    0
    7:52 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    8:34 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $5
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 5m
    0
    8:23 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    9:28 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $13
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 10m
    0
    7:19 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    8:29 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $13
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:05 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    4:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:05 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    11:35 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    0h 54m
    0
    7:52 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    8:46 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $9
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 7m
    0
    7:52 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    8:59 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $9
  • Transport for Wales
    1h 18m
    0
    5:38 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    6:56 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $23
  • CrossCountry
    1h 21m
    0
    8:52 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    10:13 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $18
  • CrossCountry
    1h 21m
    0
    9:52 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    11:13 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $18
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 55m
    0
    6:20 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    11:35 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    1h 26m
    0
    5:53 AM
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    7:19 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $22

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    2:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    7:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Cheltenham to Bristol

What are the most popular stations in Cheltenham and Bristol?

In Cheltenham, you will usually depart from Spa Central Station, Racecourse or GCHQ, while in Bristol you will be arriving at Cabot Circus, Parson Street Station or Temple Meads 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 Bristol from Cheltenham? With 6 connections between 4 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 Cheltenham and Bristol, you can pay as low as $5 with a Train from CrossCountry.

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 Bristol in just 0h 28m.

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 Cheltenham and Bristol are National Express, CrossCountry and Great Western Railway (GWR), but be sure to check what they have to offer!

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Which companies offer a trip from Cheltenham to Bristol?

The most popular companies between Cheltenham and Bristol, are National Express, CrossCountry and Great Western Railway (GWR). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales

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

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

FAQs about the trip from Cheltenham to Bristol

How can I reach Bristol from Cheltenham?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Bristol from Cheltenham.

How far is Bristol from Cheltenham?

The distance between Cheltenham and Bristol is 37.9 miles.

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

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 2 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 10 kgs, and a flight 15 kgs.

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

You can get to Bristol with just $5 by taking a Train from CrossCountry.

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

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 Bristol in just 0h 28m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Cheltenham and to Bristol

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

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