Cheltenham travel guide

Cheltenham Tourism | Cheltenham Guide

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. Cheltenham deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Cheltenham

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie, Cheltenham (Rotunda Terrace) and The Beefy Boys Cheltenham (70 Regent St) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Cantina del Barrio (162-164 Bath Rd) and Brasserie Blanc Cheltenham (1 Promenade) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Cheltenham.

When to visit Cheltenham

Cheltenham in August
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cheltenham in August
Estimated hotel price
$115
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 6 km from the city center.

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 1.4 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Cheltenham is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 142 km from Cheltenham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cheltenham using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Cheltenham takes 298 km and will cost you around $29. From Amsterdam, the ticket costs about $172 for a journey of 1556 km. The most popular bus station is Cheltenham Cheltenham Arle Court, located 3 km from downtown Cheltenham. Cheltenham Royal Well Bus is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Cheltenham, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 6 km from the city center.

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 1.4 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Cheltenham is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 142 km from Cheltenham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cheltenham using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Cheltenham takes 298 km and will cost you around $29. From Amsterdam, the ticket costs about $172 for a journey of 1556 km. The most popular bus station is Cheltenham Cheltenham Arle Court, located 3 km from downtown Cheltenham. Cheltenham Royal Well Bus is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 km from the city center.

Airports near Cheltenham

Airlines serving Cheltenham

Lufthansa
Good (4,597 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,435 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,593 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,274 reviews)
Air France
Good (972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,551 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,919 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,122 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,699 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
LOT
Good (680 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (909 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (704 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (775 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cheltenham

From 5-star hotels such as the The Wheatsheaf Inn to great affordable options like the Kingsmuir Hotel, Cheltenham offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $121 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $183 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cheltenham

Most booked hotels in Cheltenham

The Lygon Arms - an Iconic Luxury Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1230 reviews)
$262+
Holiday Inn Gloucester - Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 781 reviews)
$101+
Ellenborough Park
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 969 reviews)
$298+
Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 952 reviews)
$94+
Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 3225 reviews)
$76+
Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre
3 stars
Good (7.7, 4390 reviews)
$110+

Renting a car in Cheltenham

Renting a car in Cheltenham costs $36 per day, on average, or $72 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $7.00 per gallon in Cheltenham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.04 and $112.05. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Cheltenham, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Cheltenham costs $36 per day, on average, or $72 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $7.00 per gallon in Cheltenham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.04 and $112.05. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Cheltenham, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.