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

The cheapest way to get from Eltham to Saltdean is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eltham to Saltdean is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct train between Eltham and Saltdean?

No, there is no direct train from Eltham to Saltdean. However, there are services departing from Eltham and arriving at Brighton via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Eltham to Saltdean?

The distance between Eltham and Saltdean is 63 miles. The road distance is 60.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eltham to Saltdean without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £28 - £55.

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

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

Where do I catch the Eltham to Saltdean train from?

Eltham to Saltdean train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London Bridge station.

Where does the Eltham to Saltdean train arrive?

Eltham to Saltdean train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Eltham to Saltdean?

Yes, the driving distance between Eltham to Saltdean is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Eltham to Saltdean.

Where can I stay near Saltdean?

There are 1874+ hotels available in Saltdean.

Eltham to Saltdean - 5 ways to travel via train, line 162 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Eltham to Saltdean by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2h 2m
£29–51
Drive 59.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Eltham to Saltdeancar 59.8 mi
1h 21m
£15–22
Line 162 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Eltham Church / Well Hall Road to Beckenham Junction Stationbus 162
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
3h
£26–109
Train, line 27 bus
1. Take the train from Eltham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain
3. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Lustrells Vale Shopsbus 27C / ...
2h 24m
£32–64
Line 126 bus, bus, train, line 27 bus
1. Take the bus from Eltham Church / Court Yard to Bromley North Stationbus 126
2. Take the bus from Bromley North Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl5
3. Take the train from East Croydon to Gatwick Airporttrain
4. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Old Steinebus 025 / ...
5. Take the bus from North Street to Lustrells Vale Shopsbus 27C / ...
3h 8m
£16–57

Eltham to Saltdean by train and bus

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Distance: 62.7 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

Thameslink operates a train from London Bridge to Brighton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £29 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Southern also services this route 4 times a day.

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