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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shudehill | Cheltenham Coach Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Manchester (Moss Lane East) | Cheltenham Coach Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Shudehill | Cheltenham Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shudehill | Cheltenham Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Manchester (Moss Lane East) | Cheltenham Coach Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Cheltenham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Cheltenham?
Stops in Manchester
- A16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- BShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK - E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK - F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Cheltenham by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Cheltenham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Cheltenham start from $19. The average price for this route is around $32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Cheltenham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Manchester to Cheltenham?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Cheltenham at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 2:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Cheltenham?
A bus trip from Manchester 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.
What is the best bus company from Manchester 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 29818 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Cheltenham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Manchester to Cheltenham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester 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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Cheltenham was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $19To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Cheltenham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $19 to $99 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2026-01-18.
