How much is the bus ticket from Gloucester to Cheltenham?

The cheapest coach tickets from Gloucester to Cheltenham start from £4. The average price for this route is around £4. 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 Gloucester to Cheltenham?

The average bus journey time from Gloucester to Cheltenham is 30m, covering a distance of 6 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 10m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Gloucester to Cheltenham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 59 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gloucester to Cheltenham?

The earliest bus departs from Gloucester to Cheltenham at 02:20. And the latest bus departs at 19:05.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gloucester to Cheltenham?

A bus journey from Gloucester to Cheltenham produces an estimated 0 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Gloucester to Cheltenham from £3 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Gloucester to Cheltenham on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:20	Gloucester	30m	02:50	Royal Well Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	10m	02:35	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	25m	02:50	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	25m	02:50	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	25m	04:50	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Gloucester to Cheltenham on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:20	Gloucester	30m	02:50	Royal Well Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	10m	02:35	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	25m	02:50	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	25m	02:50	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	25m	04:50	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Gloucester to Cheltenham on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:20	Gloucester	30m	02:50	Royal Well Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	10m	02:35	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	25m	02:50	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	25m	02:50	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:15	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	25m	04:40	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Gloucester to Cheltenham on 17 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:20	Gloucester	30m	02:50	Royal Well Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	10m	02:35	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	25m	02:50	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	25m	02:50	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:45	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	25m	05:10	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Gloucester to Cheltenham on 19 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:20	Gloucester	30m	02:50	Royal Well Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	10m	02:35	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	Fastest
Bus	02:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	25m	02:50	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:25	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	25m	02:50	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:15	Gloucester (Longlevens, Filling Station)	25m	04:40	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Gloucester 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 9 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14train per day

9mAverage duration

7 milesDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£4 - £5	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£8 - £16	Average duration9m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£2 - £2	Average duration20m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Gloucester and Cheltenham?

Stops in Gloucester

A
Gloucester Bus Station
Gloucester Bus Station, 1-4 Station Rd, Gloucester GL1 1SZ, UK
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B
Gloucester Quays Bus Station
Gloucester Quays, St Ann Way, Gloucester GL1 5SF, United Kingdom
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Stops in Cheltenham

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

National Express

4/529,845 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29845 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 Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £4

National Express Gloucester Cheltenham recent customer reviews

Really good. Convenient, easy to book and use. Spotless coach, pleasant surprise would recommend and use again

Laura C.

12 May 2018

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Cheltenham?
The cheapest coach tickets from Gloucester to Cheltenham start from £4. The average price for this route is around £4. 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 Gloucester to Cheltenham?
The average bus journey time from Gloucester to Cheltenham is 30m, covering a distance of 6 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 10m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Gloucester to Cheltenham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 59 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gloucester to Cheltenham?
The earliest bus departs from Gloucester to Cheltenham at 02:20. And the latest bus departs at 19:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gloucester to Cheltenham?
A bus journey from Gloucester to Cheltenham produces an estimated 0 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/01

£3

12/01

£3

Today

£3

14/01

£3

15/01

£3

16/01

£3

17/01

£3

18/01

£3

The cheapest trip from Gloucester to Cheltenham was searched and found on 11 Jan 2026 with a price of £3

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

You can expect to pay from £3 to £6 for a bus ticket from Gloucester to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £3, which is on 2026-01-16.