THE SHORT VERSION
Cheltenham to Gloucester at a glance.
- From
- Cheltenham
- Road distance
- About 16 km
- Straight line
- 13 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Gloucester to Cheltenham →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Cheltenham
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Gloucester
Ask the seller where the service ends in Gloucester. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Gloucester, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Gloucester
More buses from Cheltenham
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Cheltenham from Gloucester by road?+
About 16 km by road (13 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Cheltenham to Gloucester take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Cheltenham?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Gloucester to Cheltenham?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Gloucester to Cheltenham guide.
Where does the bus from Cheltenham arrive in Gloucester?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Cheltenham to Gloucester?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Cheltenham to Gloucester bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Gloucester by bus?+
Direct buses from Gloucester include Greater London, Manchester, Stroud, Hereford. See all connections on our Gloucester bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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