What is the distance between Cheltenham and Gloucester?

The distance separating Cheltenham and Gloucester is 8 miles (12 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cheltenham to Gloucester?

If you're headed to Gloucester from Cheltenham, chances are that your bus will leave from Royal Well Bus Station and arrive at Gloucester Bus Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for Cheltenham to Gloucester on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30pm	Royal Well Bus Station	25m	8:55pm	Gloucester	Cheapest
Bus	8:40pm	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	5m	8:45pm	Gloucester (Longlevens, nr Elmbridge Rd)	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Royal Well Bus Station	15m	8:45pm	Gloucester (Longlevens, nr Elmbridge Rd)	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Royal Well Bus Station	15m	8:45pm	Gloucester (Longlevens, nr Elmbridge Rd)	No tags
Bus	8:50pm	Royal Well Bus Station	15m	9:05pm	Gloucester (Longlevens, nr Elmbridge Rd)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cheltenham to Gloucester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Gloucester. The journey takes about 17 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

48bus per day

17mAverage Duration

4 milesDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$5 - $6	Average Duration17m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $21	Average Duration9m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cheltenham and Gloucester?

Stops in Cheltenham

A
Royal Well Bus Station
Royal Well Road, Cheltenham GL50
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Stops in Gloucester

A
Gloucester Bus Station
Gloucester Bus Station, 1-4 Station Rd, Gloucester GL1 1SZ, UK
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B
Gloucester Quays Bus Station
Gloucester Quays, St Ann Way, Gloucester GL1 5SF, United Kingdom

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National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29723 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $5

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cheltenham to Gloucester by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/19

$3

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$3

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$3

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$3

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$3

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$3

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$3

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$3

The cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Gloucester was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $3

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

You can expect to pay from $3 to $7 for a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Gloucester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $3 which is on 2025-11-22.