What is the travel distance from Cheltenham to Heathrow?

About 76 miles (123 km) separate Cheltenham and Heathrow.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Cheltenham to Heathrow start their journey at Royal Well Bus Station and wind up at London Heathrow Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Cheltenham to Heathrow from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cheltenham to Heathrow on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:35am	Cheltenham Coach Station	2h 10m	7:45am	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:05am	6 Bradley Rd	1h 55m	5:00am	Heathrow T2 & T3	Fastest
Bus	3:00am	Royal Well Bus Station	2h	5:00am	Heathrow T2 & T3	No tags
Bus	11:05am	Cheltenham Coach Station	2h 25m	1:30pm	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	3:00am	Royal Well Bus Station	2h	5:00am	Heathrow T2 & T3	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:33 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cheltenham to Heathrow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Heathrow. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

76 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $56	Average Duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $16	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cheltenham and Heathrow?

Stops in Cheltenham

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

A
London Heathrow Airport
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B
Travelodge Hotel, Heathrow Central
708 Bath Road, Hounslow TW5 9TW
C
Premier Inn, Heathrow M4 J4
Shepiston Lane (Valid any Departure), Hayes UB3
D
Comfort Hotel
Arlington Court, Mercure London Heathrow Hotel: Valid any Departure , Hayes UB3
E
EasyHotel
2 Bletchmore Close, Hayes UB3
F
Novotel Hotel
Holloway Lane, Valid any Departure, West Drayton UB7

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Customers have expressed satisfaction with the timely and comfortable service provided, highlighting friendly and helpful drivers. Despite some delays caused by road closures or works, users appreciated the considerate behavior of the staff. The booking process was also noted as easy to navigate.

National Express Cheltenham Heathrow recent customer reviews

Bus wasn't at Station before time to help passengers locate the right vehicle before time. Very confusing station, had to miss the bus

Kate O.

April 14, 2023

It was late due to road works no fault of driver who was very considerate. He apologised nicely to us.

Leonora M.

October 29, 2022

Good service, friendly and helpful driver. Late arrival due to road closures en route

Howard J.

March 6, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/511,388 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Flixbus Cheltenham Heathrow recent customer reviews

The Bus Driver was delightful, friendly and helpful. The seats were comfortable yet cramped,and the ride was smooth and direct.

Susan G.

July 10, 2025

Bus was late nearly sn hour to Heathrow and we nearly missed our flight.

Ilona S.

October 6, 2025

Cheap, on time

Claire E.

September 11, 2025

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cheltenham to Heathrow by bus

What is the travel distance from Cheltenham to Heathrow?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cheltenham to Heathrow?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/18

$9

11/19

$9

Today

$9

11/21

$9

11/22

$9

11/23

$10

11/24

$9

11/25

$9

The cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Heathrow was searched and found on Nov 20, 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 Cheltenham to Heathrow, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $56 for a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Heathrow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-11-22.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.