Bus Bournemouth to Cheltenham - Compare all Companies

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Bournemouth to Cheltenham from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

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Saturday

$25

Sunday

$25

Monday

$17

Tuesday

$16

Wednesday

$21

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 15m	9:55 AM	Bournemouth	University	5:10 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 9:55:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 5:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
National Express	7h 0m	3:00 PM	Bournemouth	University	10:00 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 3:00:00 PM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
National Express	7h 35m	8:30 AM	Bournemouth	University	4:05 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 8:30:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
National Express	6h 5m	8:30 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	2:35 AM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 8:30:00 PM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 2:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
National Express	5h 40m	2:30 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	8:10 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/25/2026 2:30:00 PM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 15m	9:55 AM	Bournemouth	University	5:10 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 9:55:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 5:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
National Express	7h 35m	8:30 AM	Bournemouth	University	4:05 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 8:30:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
FlixBus	5h 45m	1:55 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	7:40 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 1:55:00 PM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 7:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
National Express	7h 0m	3:00 PM	Bournemouth	University	10:00 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 3:00:00 PM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
FlixBus	5h 40m	9:55 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	3:35 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 9:55:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 3:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Bournemouth via Cheltenham, you can save more than $22? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  Save more than 88%
  
  0h 15m
  
  0 mi
  
  8:35 AM
  
  Gloucester
  Longlevens
  
  8:50 AM
  
  Cheltenham
  Royal Well Bus Station
  
  81 mi
  
  Bournemouth
  
  Economy
  
  $3
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Longlevens, Gloucester (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 8:35:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 8:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $3 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 30m	9:55 AM	Bournemouth	University	5:25 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 9:55:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 5:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
National Express	7h 40m	8:25 AM	Bournemouth	University	4:05 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 8:25:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
National Express	7h 0m	3:00 PM	Bournemouth	University	10:00 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 3:00:00 PM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
National Express	4h 35m	6:15 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	10:50 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 6:15:00 PM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
National Express	5h 45m	6:20 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	12:05 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 6:20:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 12:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 0m	10:05 AM	Bournemouth	University	5:05 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 10:05:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
FlixBus	6h 5m	5:20 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	11:25 AM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 5:20:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
FlixBus	5h 45m	1:55 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	7:40 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 1:55:00 PM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
FlixBus	5h 30m	8:25 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	1:55 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$22	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 8:25:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
National Express	6h 45m	8:25 AM	Bournemouth	University	3:10 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 8:25:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 3:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 20m	8:50 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	3:10 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 8:50:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 3:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	5h 30m	8:30 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	2:00 AM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 8:30:00 PM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 2:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
National Express	5h 0m	5:30 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	10:30 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$43	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 5:30:00 PM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
National Express	5h 5m	7:25 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	12:30 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 7:25:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 12:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m
National Express	5h 25m	11:40 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	5:05 PM	Cheltenham	Royal Well Bus Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 11:40:00 AM to Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bournemouth to Cheltenham is $16 on 7/28/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Bournemouth and Cheltenham

See here how frequent the connections between Bournemouth and Cheltenham are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily buses from Bournemouth to Cheltenham. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Bournemouth and Cheltenham.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 27 buses from Bournemouth to Cheltenham, while Night sees the fewest connections between Bournemouth and Cheltenham, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bournemouth to Cheltenham

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 10 times every day by bus from Bournemouth to Cheltenham in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bournemouth to Cheltenham starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus	$16
Fastest Bus	4h 35m
Earliest Bus	5:20 AM
Latest Bus	8:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	10 Ø
Distance	82.3 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Bournemouth to Cheltenham

Every day, 10 buses from 2 bus companies leave Bournemouth for Cheltenham: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/23/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

$24

Saturday 07/25

$25

Sunday 07/26

$25

Monday 07/27

$17

Tuesday 07/28

$16

Wednesday 07/29

$21

Thursday 07/30

$21

Friday 07/31

$29

Saturday 08/01

$25

Sunday 08/02

$29

Monday 08/03

$23

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

$16

Thursday 08/06

$20

Friday 08/07

$29

Saturday 08/08

$29

Sunday 08/09

$20

Monday 08/10

$20

Tuesday 08/11

$18

Wednesday 08/12

$21

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Bournemouth to Cheltenham

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bournemouth to Cheltenham, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $16, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bournemouth to Cheltenham. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $25.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bournemouth to Cheltenham, with $16. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $35.

How to save money travelling from Bournemouth to Cheltenham

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Bournemouth to Cheltenham in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Bournemouth to Cheltenham, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Bournemouth to Cheltenham are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Bournemouth and Cheltenham

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Bournemouth and Cheltenham.

Central Bus Station

Bournemouth Bus Station

University

Fern Barrow

Westbourne

Poole Rd

Square

Gervis Pl 9

Pier

Exeter Road

Arle Court

A40 Gloucester Rd

Royal Well Bus Station

Royal Well Rd

Charlton Kings

Cirencester Rd

Racecourse

Evesham Rd

GCHQ Bus Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bournemouth to Cheltenham

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Bournemouth to Cheltenham? Or which bus companies serve the route Bournemouth to Cheltenham? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Bournemouth to Cheltenham bus

How much does a Bournemouth Cheltenham bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 7h 0m to reach Cheltenham. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bournemouth to Cheltenham?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $80. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cheltenham.

On average, how many connections are available from Bournemouth to Cheltenham each day?

Every day, the Bournemouth to Cheltenham bus route is served by approximately 10 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Bournemouth to Cheltenham take?

The fastest bus from Bournemouth to Cheltenham is offered by National Express and takes 4h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $49. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bournemouth to Cheltenham?

The earliest bus arriving in Cheltenham from Bournemouth starts at 5:20 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Bournemouth to Cheltenham?

The latest bus trip departing from Bournemouth for Cheltenham starts at 8:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Bournemouth Cheltenham route?

When traveling by bus from Bournemouth to Cheltenham, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Cheltenham?

You can check all the direct connections between Bournemouth and Cheltenham by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Bournemouth to Cheltenham bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Bournemouth Cheltenham bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bournemouth Cheltenham bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bournemouth to Cheltenham on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bournemouth to Cheltenham

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Bournemouth and to Cheltenham

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Bournemouth and to Cheltenham. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!