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Museum in the Park
Award-winning local museum on Stroud's history, textiles, and arts, with changing exhibitions that give an excellent introduction to the district.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cheltenham to Stroud
Showing times and prices for Aug 03
Cheapest price
Rp0.00
Average price
Rp3
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
47 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
19 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cheltenham to Stroud is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Fast buses
Of the 13 buses that leave Cheltenham for Stroud on Mon, Aug 03, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct buses cover the 19 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 34 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest buses will take 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
3:00 PM1h30Cheltenham4:30 PMStroudFind prices1 transfer
3:55 PM0h34Cheltenham4:29 PMStroudFind prices0 transfers
7:15 AM1h17Cheltenham8:32 AMStroudRp31One-way0 transfers- 8:20 AM1h05Cheltenham9:25 AMStroudRp31One-way0 transfers
- 9:35 AM0h50Cheltenham10:25 AMStroudRp31One-way0 transfers
- 3:55 PM0h34Cheltenham4:29 PMStroudFind prices0 transfers
- 9:35 AM0h50Cheltenham10:25 AMStroudRp31One-way0 transfers
- 10:35 AM0h50Cheltenham11:25 AMStroudRp31One-way0 transfers
- 11:35 AM0h50Cheltenham12:25 PMStroudRp31One-way0 transfers
- 12:35 PM0h50Cheltenham1:25 PMStroudRp31One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cheltenham to Stroud
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Buses from Cheltenham to Stroud run on average 4 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at Rp3 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:42, the last at 22:56. The fastest bus covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 34m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average bus duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price Rp3 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 34m |
First bus 12:42 AM |
Last bus 10:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheltenham to Stroud Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:32AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:23AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:23AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 01:23PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:23PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Operator Pulhams Coaches | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price Rp0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Operator Marchants Coaches | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price Rp0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:23PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 06:48PM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price Rp3 |
Live departures
Cheltenham to Stroud bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Stroud buses for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:15 AM Cheltenham | 1h17 | 8:32 AM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:20 AM Cheltenham | 1h05 | 9:25 AM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:35 AM Cheltenham | 0h50 | 10:25 AM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:35 AM Cheltenham | 0h50 | 11:25 AM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:35 AM Cheltenham | 0h50 | 12:25 PM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:35 PM Cheltenham | 0h50 | 1:25 PM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:35 PM Cheltenham | 0h50 | 2:25 PM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:30 PM Cheltenham | 0h50 | 3:20 PM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:00 PM Cheltenham | 1h30 | 4:30 PM Stroud | 1 transfer | |
| 3:30 PM Cheltenham | 1h05 | 4:35 PM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:55 PM Cheltenham | 0h34 | 4:29 PM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:05 PM Cheltenham | 0h55 | 6:00 PM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:55 PM Cheltenham | 0h53 | 6:48 PM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Bus providers: Marchants Coaches, Stagecoach West, Pulhams Coaches from Cheltenham to StroudYou can travel by bus between Cheltenham to Stroud with Marchants Coaches, Stagecoach West, Pulhams Coaches for as low as Rp3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Marchants Coaches
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
34m
Marchants Coaches frequency
1 a day
Stagecoach West
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
Rp3
Stagecoach West frequency
8 a day
Pulhams Coaches
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Pulhams Coaches frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Stroud
Things to do in Stroud
Discover the best of Stroud — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stroud trip today.
- Recommended
Site Gallery
Contemporary visual arts venue and gallery in central Stroud, known for strong exhibitions and support for regional artists and craftspeople.
- Recommended
The Bungalow Museum
Historic house museum near Stroud, preserving the home and collection of Edwin Beard Budding, inventor of the lawnmower.
- Must visit
Stratford Park
Stroud's best-known green space, with museum grounds, landscaped gardens, play areas, and a relaxed setting close to the town centre.
- Must visit
Rodborough Common
Broad common above Stroud famous for sweeping valley views, open grazing land, and memorable walking close to town.
- Recommended
Minchinhampton Common
Beautiful beech woodland and commonland with panoramic viewpoints, wildlife, and rewarding walks above Stroud and the Severn Valley.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Single Gloucester Cheese
Single Gloucester cheese is a traditional Gloucestershire cow's milk cheese with a mellow, nutty taste, long tied to local dairy farming and regional identity.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Double Gloucester Cheese
Double Gloucester is a rich, firm regional cheese from Gloucestershire, prized for its buttery flavour and long history in local cheesemaking.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Cooper's Hill Double Gloucester
Cheese rolling cheese is usually Double Gloucester, the iconic local cheese linked to Cooper's Hill and one of Gloucestershire's best-known traditions.
The Dining Room
Well-regarded modern British restaurant in Stroud, known for seasonal local produce, polished cooking, and a relaxed intimate atmosphere.
Woodruffs Organic Cafe
Acclaimed Stroud institution famous for organic vegetarian food, wholesome cakes, and a laid-back community feel.
The Crown at Amberley
Historic pub in nearby Amberley known for elevated British dishes, local ingredients, and scenic Cotswold surroundings.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the Cotswolds area. Hotels can be pricey in peak season, but pubs, casual meals, and local buses are usually manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for a budget meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafes: optional small change or round up.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.50
- Day pass
- £5.50
To the city center
Stroud Merrywalks -> Stroud Bus Station
- Distance
- 0.3 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Most local buses around Stroud are operated by Stagecoach West; contactless card payment is usually accepted on board.
- Check live departures in the Stagecoach Bus app before travel, especially in the evening and on Sundays when service is less frequent.
FAQs: Bus from Cheltenham to Stroud
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham to Stroud by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stroud, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Cheltenham to Stroud can start from as little as Rp3 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Cheltenham to Stroud is Rp3 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Cheltenham to Stroud is 34m to travel the 11 miles (19 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Cheltenham to Stroud leaves at 12:42 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Cheltenham to Stroud leaves at 10:56 PM.
There are 4 buses a day from Cheltenham to Stroud which require at least one change with Marchants Coaches, Stagecoach West, Pulhams Coaches. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Cheltenham to Stroud, you can count on Marchants Coaches, Stagecoach West, Pulhams Coaches for the best way to get you to Stroud. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Cheltenham and Stroud and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cheltenham and Stroud including taking a train and bus.
No, the bus from Cheltenham to Stroud has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Cheltenham to Stroud.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Cheltenham to Stroud.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Cheltenham to Stroud.
No, luggage for the bus from Cheltenham to Stroud needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Cheltenham to Stroud.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Cheltenham to Stroud.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Cheltenham to Stroud.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Cheltenham to Stroud.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Stroud, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing in crowded areas and remain vigilant when using public transportation. Common scams include overcharging by unlicensed taxi drivers and misleading ticket sellers. It is advisable to use official services and verify fares in advance to ensure a safe experience.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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