How far is Cheltenham from Cardiff by coach?

The journey from Cardiff to Cheltenham by coach covers an approximate distance of 56 miles (89 km).

Is there a way to reach Cheltenham from Cardiff without a car?

You can reach Cheltenham from Cardiff by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Cardiff to Cheltenham from £6 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Cardiff to Cheltenham on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:10	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	2h 35m	08:45	Cheltenham (Arle Court Transport Hub)	CheapestFastest
04:30	Sophia Gardens	4h 55m	09:25	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags
04:30	Sophia Gardens	4h 55m	09:25	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags
18:05	Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens	4h 35m	22:40	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags
18:05	Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens	4h 35m	22:40	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Cheltenham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage duration

56 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£9 - £32	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£9 - £44	Average duration1h 16m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£11 - £11	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

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Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Cheltenham?

Stops in Cardiff

A - Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens

B - Sophia Gardens

C - Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)

D - Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop

E - National Museum

F - Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate

Stops in Cheltenham

A - Royal Well Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cardiff to Cheltenham

How far is Cheltenham from Cardiff by coach?
The journey from Cardiff to Cheltenham by coach covers an approximate distance of 56 miles (89 km).
Is there a way to reach Cheltenham from Cardiff without a car?
You can reach Cheltenham from Cardiff by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/11

£30

05/11

£30

Today

£9

07/11

£10

08/11

£7

09/11

£7

10/11

£6

11/11

£14

The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Cheltenham was searched and found on 10 Nov 2025 with a price of £6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Cheltenham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £6 to £42 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-11-10.

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