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

The cheapest way to get from Erith to Eltham is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Erith to Eltham is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £21 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Erith and Eltham?

No, there is no direct bus from Erith to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Winifred Road / The Ship and arriving at Eltham Church / Well Hall Road via Bexleyheath Clock Tower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Erith and Eltham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Erith and arriving at Eltham. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Erith to Eltham?

The distance between Erith and Eltham is 9 miles. The road distance is 7.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Erith to Eltham without a car is to line 229 bus and line 132 bus which takes 53 min and costs £4 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Erith to Eltham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erith to Eltham bus from?

Erith to Eltham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Winifred Road / The Ship station.

Where do I catch the Erith to Eltham train from?

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

Train or bus from Erith to Eltham?

The best way to get from Erith to Eltham is to line 229 bus and line 132 bus which takes 53 min and costs £4 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £16 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Erith to Eltham bus arrive?

Erith to Eltham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bexleyheath Clock Tower station.

Where does the Erith to Eltham train arrive?

Erith to Eltham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Eltham station.

Can I drive from Erith to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Erith to Eltham is 8 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Erith to Eltham.

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

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Erith to Eltham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 229 bus, and line 132 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Erith to Eltham by bus, train, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 229 bus, line 132 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Winifred Road / The Ship to Bexleyheath Clock Towerbus 229
2. Take the bus from Bexleyheath Clock Tower to Eltham Church / Well Hall Roadbus 132
53 min
£4–38
Drive 7.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Erith to Elthamcar 7.6 mi
16 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Erith to Elthamtrain London Cannon Street - London Cannon Street
1h 6m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Erith to Elthamtaxi 7.6 mi
16 min
£21–26

Erith to Eltham by bus

1349Weekly Buses

53 minAverage Duration

£4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 9 mi
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Erith, England and Eltham, England?

You can take a bus from Winifred Road / The Ship to Eltham Church / Well Hall Road via Bexleyheath Clock Tower in around 53 min. Alternatively, Southeastern operates a train from Erith to Eltham every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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