What is the cheapest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow?

The cheapest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow is to bus which costs £24 - £50 and takes 6h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow?

The fastest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Elephant and Castle and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from London College of Comm and arriving at Ludlow Fish Bar via London Victoria, Newhall St, Halesowen Bus Station and Kidderminster Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Elephant and Castle and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct train from Elephant and Castle station to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Elephant & Castle station and arriving at Ludlow via London Paddington and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow?

The distance between Elephant and Castle and Ludlow is 205 miles. The road distance is 153 miles.

How do I travel from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow without a car?

The best way to get from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow without a car is to train via Newport which takes 3h 59m and costs £60 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elephant and Castle to Ludlow bus from?

Elephant and Castle to Ludlow bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Elephant and Castle to Ludlow train from?

Elephant and Castle to Ludlow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow?

The best way to get from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow is to train via Newport which takes 3h 59m and costs £60 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Ludlow bus arrive?

Elephant and Castle to Ludlow bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Ludlow train arrive?

Elephant and Castle to Ludlow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Elephant and Castle to Ludlow is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow.

How do I get a train ticket from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow?

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Where can I stay near Ludlow?

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Elephant and Castle to Ludlow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow by train, bus, or car

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to LudlowCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 59m
£62–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Country Bus Station445
6h 47m
£25–49
Drive 152.1 mi
1. Drive from Elephant and Castle to Ludlow152.1 mi
3h 2m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Great MalvernLondon Paddington - Great Malvern / ...
5h 39m
£43–113
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newhall StUk020 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kidderminster Bus Station to Ludlow Fish Bar292
7h 18m

Elephant and Castle to Ludlow by subway and train

196Weekly Services

3h 59mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.9 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England and Ludlow, England?

You can take a subway from Elephant & Castle station to Ludlow via Paddington station, London Paddington, and Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Country Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £13–35 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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