How to travel from Cheltenham to York

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Compare bus and train for Cheltenham to York

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, while a train costs an average of $126.

Distance: 147 miles (238 km)

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Driving

$126

Average price

$42

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Cheapest

$64

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3h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 10m

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30m

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6h 25m

Average total duration

5h 55m

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3h 24m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Cheltenham to York is a bus with an average price of $42.

This is compared to other travel options from Cheltenham to York:

A bus is $21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cheltenham to York costing on average $64.

The fastest way to travel from Cheltenham to York is by train with an average journey time of 3h 47m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cheltenham and York including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cheltenham to York among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 7m sooner (3h 17m by train vs 3h 24m by car). Tickets start at around $64 compared to roughly $64 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Cheltenham to York

How to get from Cheltenham to York by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Cheltenham to York is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • CrossCountryG01071
    12:11 PM3h18
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    3:29 PMYork station (YRK)
    $451One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • CrossCountryG01071
    12:11 PM3h18
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    3:29 PMYork station (YRK)
    $451One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG01071
    12:11 PM3h18
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    3:29 PMYork station (YRK)
    $451One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • CrossCountryG01066
    10:11 AM3h21
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    1:32 PMYork station (YRK)
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryW29776
    11:11 AM3h21
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    2:32 PMYork station (YRK)
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryW29782
    1:11 PM3h21
    Cheltenham Spa (CNM)
    4:32 PMYork station (YRK)
    $451One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Cheltenham to York

Travel to York easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cheltenham to York.

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There are 2 options to travel between Cheltenham and York including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Cheltenham to York is a bus with an average price of $42.

This is compared to other travel options from Cheltenham to York:

A bus is $84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cheltenham to York costing on average $126.

The fastest way to travel from Cheltenham to York is by train with an average journey time of 3h 40m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 25m.

The distance from Cheltenham to York is approximately 147 miles (238 km).
The average frequency per day from Cheltenham to York is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cheltenham and York as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cheltenham to York:
  • Trains mostly depart from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) and arrive in York station (YRK).
  • Buses mostly depart from Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) and arrive in York, Station Rd.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cheltenham to York, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to York by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry to go to York by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Cheltenham to York:
  • 3 direct trains per day with CrossCountry.
Omio customers who travel from Cheltenham to York often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Leeds, Whitby. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between York and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in York to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In York, you can explore the York Castle Museum to learn about the city's social history, walk the scenic York City Walls, and visit the York Art Gallery to see diverse art collections. A boat tour on the River Ouse offers a unique city perspective, while ghost tours delve into York's haunted past. Must-see sights include York Minster with its stunning architecture, The Shambles street, Clifford's Tower for panoramic views, Jorvik Viking Centre for Viking heritage, and the National Railway Museum with its historic trains.
For a fulfilling visit to York, plan to spend around 2 to 3 days. This allows time to explore key attractions like York Minster, the Shambles, and the city walls, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.

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