Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Cheltenham travel guide

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You're Going to Love Cheltenham

With a population of 103,249, Cheltenham is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Cheltenham to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Cheltenham

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Coconut Tree (59 St Pauls Road) and The Beefy Boys Cheltenham (70 Regent St) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Cantina del Barrio (162-164 Bath Rd) and The Clarence Social (Clarence Parade) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Cheltenham.

When to visit Cheltenham

Cheltenham in September
Estimated hotel price
£105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cheltenham in September
Estimated hotel price
£105
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Cheltenham

Plane

When flying to Cheltenham, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Cheltenham, followed by Great Western Railway. The train station in Cheltenham is called Cheltenham Spa, and is located 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Cheltenham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 88 miles from Cheltenham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cheltenham using FlixBus or National Express. From London, the bus ride to Cheltenham takes 205 miles and will cost you around £18. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about £64 for a journey of 925 miles. The most popular bus station is Cheltenham Royal Well Bus, located 0.1 miles from the city centre of Cheltenham. Cheltenham Gchq is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Cheltenham, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Cheltenham, followed by Great Western Railway. The train station in Cheltenham is called Cheltenham Spa, and is located 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Cheltenham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 88 miles from Cheltenham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cheltenham using FlixBus or National Express. From London, the bus ride to Cheltenham takes 205 miles and will cost you around £18. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about £64 for a journey of 925 miles. The most popular bus station is Cheltenham Royal Well Bus, located 0.1 miles from the city centre of Cheltenham. Cheltenham Gchq is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Cheltenham

BRSBristol
BHXBirmingham
GLOGloucestershire

Airlines serving Cheltenham

Lufthansa
Good (7,032 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,820 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,584 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,920 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,780 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,686 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,688 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,211 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,562 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,210 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,345 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,068 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,290 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,050 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cheltenham

Average rates range from around £116 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £156 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Cheltenham, with prices from £14 to £515 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cheltenham are about 38% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cheltenham

Most booked hotels in Cheltenham

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The Lygon Arms - an Iconic Luxury Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£221+
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Queens Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£109+
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Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£82+
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Holiday Inn Gloucester - Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£77+
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Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£69+
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Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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Hiring a car in Cheltenham

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs £46 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.31 per litre in Cheltenham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.69 and £20.92. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs £46 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.31 per litre in Cheltenham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.69 and £20.92. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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