Driving from Bristol to Cheltenham
Cheltenham lies 61 km (38 mi) north-east of Bristol, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 56 min without stops, over roughly 74 km (46 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Bristol | Cheltenham | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 479,024 | 118,836 |
| Elevation | 21 m (69 ft) | 60 m (197 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | BS1–BS6 | GL50–GL52 |
Where to book car hire from Bristol to Cheltenham
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Staying in Cheltenham
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Common questions
How far is Cheltenham from Bristol?
61 km (38 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Bristol; by road roughly 74 km (46 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bristol to Cheltenham by car?
About 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bristol and Cheltenham?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.