What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Eltham?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Eltham is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Eltham?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Eltham is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Eltham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Eltham High Street / Passey Place via New Cross Gate Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Eltham?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Eltham via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Eltham?

The distance between Cardiff and Eltham is 157 miles. The road distance is 158.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Eltham without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Eltham without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Eltham?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Cardiff to Eltham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Eltham bus from?

Cardiff to Eltham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Eltham train from?

Cardiff to Eltham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Eltham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Eltham is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via New Cross Gate, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 51m, you could also fly, which costs £270 - £1,000 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Cardiff to Eltham bus arrive?

Cardiff to Eltham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Cardiff to Eltham train arrive?

Cardiff to Eltham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Eltham is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Cardiff to Eltham.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Eltham?

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Where can I stay near Eltham?

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Cardiff to Eltham - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Eltham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 8m
£67–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
6h 1m
£19–118
Bus via New Cross Gate
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 509 / ...
5h 51m
£31–77
Drive 158 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Elthamcar 158 mi
3h 13m
£40–58
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
6h 22m
£258–356
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
7h 21m
£279–962
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane BRS - LHR
7h 14m
£67–264

Cardiff to Eltham by train and subway

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Distance: 156.3 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Eltham, Greater London, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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