How far is Heathrow from Cheltenham by coach?

The distance between Cheltenham and Heathrow by coach is approximately 76 miles (123 km).

Is there a way to reach Heathrow from Cheltenham without a car?

You can travel to Heathrow from Cheltenham by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Cheltenham to Heathrow from £7 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cheltenham to Heathrow on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:35	Cheltenham Coach Station	2h 25m	18:00	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:40	6 Bradley Rd	2h 10m	14:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	Fastest
Bus	12:35	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 15m	14:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	No tags
Bus	12:35	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 15m	14:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	No tags
Bus	14:15	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 20m	16:35	Heathrow T2 & T3	No tags

Next departures from Cheltenham to Heathrow on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:35	Cheltenham Coach Station	2h 25m	18:00	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	03:05	6 Bradley Rd	1h 55m	05:00	Heathrow T2 & T3	Fastest
Bus	03:00	Royal Well Bus Station	2h	05:00	Heathrow T2 & T3	No tags
Bus	05:35	Cheltenham Coach Station	2h 10m	07:45	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	03:00	Royal Well Bus Station	2h	05:00	Heathrow T2 & T3	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cheltenham to Heathrow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heathrow. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, 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£10 - £44	Average duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£13 - £13	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

4/529,729 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting its punctuality and comfortable rides to Heathrow. The drivers are often described as friendly and considerate, contributing to an efficient travel experience. While some delays were noted due to road closures or works, these were not attributed to the drivers' actions.

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.

14 April 2023

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

Leonora M.

29 October 2022

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

Howard J.

6 March 2022

FlixBus

3.5/511,422 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11422 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 £10

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.

10 July 2025

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

Ilona S.

6 October 2025

Cheap, on time

Claire E.

11 September 2025

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cheltenham to Heathrow

How far is Heathrow from Cheltenham by coach?
The distance between Cheltenham and Heathrow by coach is approximately 76 miles (123 km).
Is there a way to reach Heathrow from Cheltenham without a car?
You can travel to Heathrow from Cheltenham by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

22/11

£7

23/11

£10

Today

£8

25/11

£7

26/11

£7

27/11

£7

28/11

No data

29/11

£8

The cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Heathrow was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £7

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 £7 to £46 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 £7, which is on 2025-11-26.