How far is Cheltenham from Manchester by coach?

The distance between Manchester and Cheltenham by coach is approximately 110 miles (177 km).

What is the best way to go from Manchester to Cheltenham without a car?

You can travel to Cheltenham from Manchester by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Manchester to Cheltenham from £9 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Manchester to Cheltenham on 16 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:20	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	11h 20m	19:40	Cheltenham Coach Station	Cheapest
14:20	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	9h 15m	23:35	Cheltenham Coach Station	Fastest
02:50	Shudehill	11h 5m	13:55	Cheltenham Coach Station	No tags
09:00	Shudehill	10h 40m	19:40	Cheltenham Coach Station	No tags
14:00	Shudehill	9h 35m	23:35	Cheltenham Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester 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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

110 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £50	Average duration9h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£25 - £227	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£17 - £17	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,262 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,267 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Based on 4267 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at £18

Megabus Manchester Cheltenham recent customer reviews

Driver was extremely helpful and co-operative

Sadibou K.

28 May 2024

Very good 👍

Noura H.

22 July 2023

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Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Cheltenham?

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

B - Coach Station

C - Manchester Airport

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Stops in Cheltenham

A - Royal Well Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Cheltenham

How far is Cheltenham from Manchester by coach?
The distance between Manchester and Cheltenham by coach is approximately 110 miles (177 km).
What is the best way to go from Manchester to Cheltenham without a car?
You can travel to Cheltenham from Manchester by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. 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

08/11

£10

09/11

£20

Today

£11

11/11

£9

12/11

£9

13/11

£11

14/11

£11

15/11

£16

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Cheltenham was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of £9

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

You can expect to pay from £9 to £33 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-11-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Manchester to Cheltenham?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time9h 35m	Avg price£15	Daily departures4
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 25m	Avg price£100	Daily departures10
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time2h 20m	Avg price£17	Daily departures1

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