What is the travel distance from Heathrow to Cheltenham?

Heathrow and Cheltenham are 76 miles (123 km) apart.

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

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

Bus Heathrow to Cheltenham from $8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Heathrow to Cheltenham on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:10pm	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	2h 30m	7:40pm	Cheltenham Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:50pm	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h	10:50pm	Royal Well Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:15am	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 20m	2:35am	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	2h 25m	1:55pm	Cheltenham Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:15am	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 20m	2:35am	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Heathrow to Cheltenham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage Duration

76 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $55	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $18	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Heathrow and Cheltenham?

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

Stops in Cheltenham

A
Royal Well Bus Station
Royal Well Road, Cheltenham GL50
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Customers frequently commend the cleanliness of the buses and the helpfulness of both drivers and staff. Many appreciate how well situations, such as breakdowns or traffic congestion, are managed with clear communication. However, some users mentioned issues like incorrect departure information at stands and a desire for more legroom on board.

National Express Heathrow Cheltenham recent customer reviews

Despite our breakdown our driver handled the situation exceptionally well and communicated calmly. We didn't lose much time.Well done

Peter B.

August 14, 2024

Was told that our bus left for Cheltenham from stand 8 but actually left from 14. Not impressed.

Victor P.

October 19, 2023

Everything was good except I thought the driver could have had help loading luggage

Warwick F.

March 25, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,384 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 Heathrow Cheltenham recent customer reviews

Smooth, clean, safe, on time

Patricia T.

April 26, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Heathrow to Cheltenham by bus

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

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

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$10

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$9

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$14

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$9

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$8

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The cheapest trip from Heathrow to Cheltenham was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $8

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

You can expect to pay from $8 to $59 for a bus ticket from Heathrow to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-11-24.

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.