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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Eltham is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 4h 51m.

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 and costs £70 - £140.

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 Cardiff North Road and arriving at London Victoria via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 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.

How far is it from Cardiff to Eltham?

The distance between Cardiff and Eltham is 157 miles. The road distance is 159.1 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 and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 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 FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road 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 and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 4h 51m, you could also fly, which costs £270 - £1,100 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Cardiff to Eltham bus arrive?

Cardiff to Eltham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

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

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Cardiff to Eltham - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 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
£71–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
4h 51m
£21–36
Drive 158.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Elthamcar 158.2 mi
3h 13m
£39–56
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
5h 47m
£279–1,013
Bus via Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
5h 58m
£31–144
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 5m
£210–469
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
6h 32m
£93–258
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
6h 50m
£73–282

Cardiff to Eltham by train and subway

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Distance: 156.3 mi
Duration: 3h

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 £65–120 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoria every 2 hours. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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