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What is the best way to travel from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool for the journey to Plymouth from Cheltenham. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 40m
£17
£24
3
Train
4h 38m
£97
£97
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Plymouth from Cheltenham?

You can get to Plymouth with just £17 by taking a Bus from National Express, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £17
tomorrow
from £97
Friday
from £26
Saturday
Sunday
from £26
Monday
Tuesday

    Cheapest Buses today

  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    22:20
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    5h 45m
    0
    13:25
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    19:10
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    4h 40m
    0
    11:25
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    16:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31

    Cheapest Trains tomorrow

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 38m
    0
    05:53
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    10:31
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £97

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    7h 50m
    0
    06:15
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    7h 50m
    0
    06:15
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26

What are the fastest trips from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

You can get to Plymouth from Cheltenham in just 4h 38m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR). This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 4h 40m
tomorrow
from 4h 38m
Friday
from 7h 50m
Saturday
Sunday
from 7h 50m
Monday
Tuesday

    Fastest Buses today

  • National Express
    4h 40m
    0
    11:25
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    16:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    22:20
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    5h 45m
    0
    13:25
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    19:10
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20

    Fastest Trains tomorrow

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 38m
    0
    05:53
    Cheltenham
    Spa Central Station
    10:31
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £97

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    7h 50m
    0
    06:15
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    7h 50m
    0
    06:15
    Cheltenham
    Royal Well Coach Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Cheltenham to Plymouth

What are the most popular stations in Cheltenham and Plymouth?

In Cheltenham, you will usually depart from Spa Central Station, Racecourse or GCHQ, while in Plymouth you will be arriving at Coach Station, Central Station or Devonport Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Plymouth from Cheltenham? With 1 connections between 3 Bus, Train and Car operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cheltenham and Plymouth, you can pay as low as £17 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Great Western Railway (GWR): you will get to Plymouth in just 4h 38m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cheltenham and Plymouth are National Express and Great Western Railway (GWR), but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Cheltenham and Plymouth is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Shurdington or to Torpoint, and look at flights from Gloucestershire Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

The most popular companies between Cheltenham and Plymouth, are National Express and Great Western Railway (GWR). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR)

All you need to know when you travel from Cheltenham to Plymouth

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cheltenham to Plymouth. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Cheltenham to Plymouth

How can I reach Plymouth from Cheltenham?

Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Bus, Train and Car, with which you can get to Plymouth from Cheltenham.

How far is Plymouth from Cheltenham?

The distance between Cheltenham and Plymouth is 222.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cheltenham and Plymouth?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 38 kgs, and a flight 55 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

You can get to Plymouth with just £17 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Plymouth?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Plymouth in just 4h 38m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).

More routes to Cheltenham and to Plymouth

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cheltenham and to Plymouth. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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