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

The cheapest way to get from Eltham to Cardiff is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eltham to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Eltham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Eltham to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Eltham Church / High Street and arriving at University RE via Whitehall / Trafalgar Square and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Eltham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Eltham to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Eltham and arriving at Cardiff Central via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Eltham to Cardiff?

The distance between Eltham and Cardiff is 157 miles. The road distance is 158.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eltham to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Eltham to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eltham to Cardiff bus from?

Eltham to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Eltham to Cardiff train from?

Eltham to Cardiff train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Eltham station.

Train, bus or fly from Eltham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Eltham to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £120 and takes 5h 5m, you could also fly, which costs £270 - £1,200 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Eltham to Cardiff bus arrive?

Eltham to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at University RE station.

Where does the Eltham to Cardiff train arrive?

Eltham to Cardiff train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Eltham to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Eltham to Cardiff is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Eltham to Cardiff.

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

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Eltham to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eltham to London Charing Crosstrain Dartford - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 57m
£67–120
Bus via Slough
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
7h 36m
£21–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
5h 5m
£25–116
Drive 157.7 mi
1. Drive from Eltham to Cardiffcar 157.7 mi
3h 11m
£40–57
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
5h 51m
£278–1,113
Fly London City Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 9m
£257–347
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 58m
£90–219
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LHR - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h
£67–277

Eltham to Cardiff by train and subway

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Distance: 156.2 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Eltham to Cardiff Central via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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