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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station | Clock Tower | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Clock Tower | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Clock Tower | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Clock Tower | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Clock Tower | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Stansted to Cheltenham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 29736 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers 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 $51
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stansted to Cheltenham by bus
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How much is the bus ticket from Stansted to Cheltenham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stansted to Cheltenham start from $51. The average price for this route is around $83. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Stansted to Cheltenham?
The average bus travel time from Stansted to Cheltenham is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 160 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Stansted to Cheltenham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Stansted to Cheltenham?
The earliest bus departs from Stansted to Cheltenham at 4:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stansted to Cheltenham?
A bus trip from Stansted to Cheltenham generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stansted to Cheltenham was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $51To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stansted to Cheltenham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $51 to $140 for a bus ticket from Stansted to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-11-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from Stansted to Cheltenham?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
