Bus from Birmingham to Cheltenham: Tickets & Timetables
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Next departures from Birmingham to Cheltenham on 28 November
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Bus
Great Charles Street Queensway
Cheltenham (Arle Court Transport Hub)
Cheapest
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Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road
Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)
Fastest
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Coach Station
Royal Well Bus Station
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Royal Well Bus Station
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Next departures from Birmingham to Cheltenham on 29 November
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Coach Station
Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)
Cheapest
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Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road
Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)
Fastest
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Coach Station
Royal Well Bus Station
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Great Charles Street Queensway
Cheltenham (Arle Court Transport Hub)
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Bus
Coach Station
Royal Well Bus Station
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Next departures from Birmingham to Cheltenham on 30 November
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Bus
Great Charles Street Queensway
Cheltenham (Arle Court Transport Hub)
Cheapest
Bus
Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road
Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)
Fastest
Bus
Coach Station
Royal Well Bus Station
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Coach Station
Royal Well Bus Station
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Coach Station
Royal Well Bus Station
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Next departures from Birmingham to Cheltenham on 1 December
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Coach Station
Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)
Cheapest
Bus
Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road
Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)
Fastest
Bus
Coach Station
Royal Well Bus Station
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Great Charles Street Queensway
Cheltenham (Arle Court Transport Hub)
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Bus
Coach Station
Royal Well Bus Station
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Next departures from Birmingham to Cheltenham on 2 December
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Coach Station
Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)
Cheapest
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Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road
Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)
Fastest
Bus
Coach Station
Royal Well Bus Station
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Coach Station
Royal Well Bus Station
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Coach Station
Royal Well Bus Station
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Next departures from Birmingham to Cheltenham on 3 December
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Coach Station
Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)
Cheapest
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Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road
Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)
Fastest
Bus
Coach Station
Royal Well Bus Station
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Coach Station
Royal Well Bus Station
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Coach Station
Royal Well Bus Station
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Cheltenham
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 44 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Users have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting comfortable seats and friendly staff at both the information desk and on board. They appreciated straightforward travel at a good price. However, some found booking details confusing when arranging trips from abroad, leading to minor inconveniences regarding station locations.
National Express Birmingham Cheltenham recent customer reviews
Very good. I'm in my eightys and it's the first time I've travelled by National Express and found it easy. Staff at Digbeth were helpful and friendly and the coach driver was good and the journey comfortable.
5 out of 5 stars
Jennie M.
The coach driver was a very pleasant and friendly individual. As we booked our trip from Australia we made an error in the return trips timing and was denied a cancel because I got the booking wrong. I also found the information about the coach station confusing. I was led to believe that the coach station was at the airport but it was actually 30 minutes away so we had to pay for a taxi to get us to the bus station. The trip on the bus was very pleasant.
4 out of 5 stars
Diana B.
Comfortable seats, very helpful and kind at information and ticket desk, on time.
Based on 11455 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £7
Based on 4277 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at £18
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham to Cheltenham
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Cheltenham?
The cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Cheltenham start from £7. The average price for this route is around £17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Cheltenham?
The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Cheltenham is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 39 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 50m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Cheltenham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Cheltenham?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Cheltenham at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Cheltenham?
A bus journey from Birmingham to Cheltenham produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Birmingham to Cheltenham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Cheltenham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Cheltenham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Cheltenham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
25/11
£7
26/11
£10
Today
£4
28/11
£6
29/11
£6
30/11
£11
01/12
£5
02/12
£5
The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Cheltenham was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £4
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Cheltenham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £4 to £24 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-12-01.
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.
The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Cheltenham was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £4
