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

The cheapest way to get from Eltham to Cardiff is to train and bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 23m.

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 3h 5m and costs £65 - £140.

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 4m.

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 3h 5m.

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 3h 5m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m 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 Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train, bus or fly from Eltham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Eltham to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £150 and takes 5h 4m, you could also fly, which costs £85 - £470 and takes 7h 15m.

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 Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Eltham to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Eltham to Cardiff is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Eltham to Cardiff.

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

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Eltham to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Eltham to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 5m
£66–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
5h 4m
£31–146
Drive 157.7 mi
1. Drive from Eltham to Cardiffcar 157.7 mi
3h 10m
£38–55
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 15m
£85–465
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Woolwich Dockyard to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train Elizabeth
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 23m
£35–67
Fly 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 22m
£74–280

Eltham to Cardiff by train and subway

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3h 5mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.2 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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