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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Cheltenham to Stroud. Traveling by bus from Cheltenham to Stroud usually takes around one hour and 50 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 55 minutes.
| Distance | 12 mi (20 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $12.74 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Cheltenham to Stroud?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cheltenham to Stroud. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 1h 50m | $14.02 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour and 50 minutes to cover the 12 miles from Cheltenham to Stroud. However, the fastest bus only takes 55 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Cheltenham to Stroud for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 3:00pm and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Cheltenham to Stroud, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Cheltenham to Stroud. One bus is a direct connection, meaning that you can stay on the same vehicle for the entire trip, without having to transfer onto a connecting bus at any point.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Cheltenham to Stroud; ticket prices start at $10.06.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Cheltenham?
Main departure station: 3 Royal Well Rd
Most buses depart from the main station in Cheltenham.
All bus stations in Cheltenham:
3 Royal Well Rd
Where does the bus arrive in Stroud?
Main arrival station: 5 Merrywalks
All buses from Cheltenham arrive at one main station in Stroud.
All bus stations in Stroud:
5 Merrywalks
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