🚌 Bus from Cheltenham to Heathrow Airport
2 direct routes · about 140 min · first bus 03:00, last bus 16:30 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 444 | National Express | ~140 min | 12 | 03:00 | 16:30 | Royal Well Bus Station (Bay A) |
| UK044 | FlixBus | ~155 min | 9 | 03:35 | 17:10 | Royal Well Bus Station (Bay N1) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Cheltenham on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Cheltenham to Heathrow Airport?
2 routes run directly from Cheltenham to Heathrow Airport: the 444 (National Express), the UK044 (FlixBus).
How long does the bus take from Cheltenham to Heathrow Airport?
Around 140 minutes on the 444, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Cheltenham to Heathrow Airport?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 444) leaves around 03:00 and the last around 16:30. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Cheltenham to Heathrow Airport?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.