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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Eltham is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Eltham is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Eltham?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Library and arriving at Eltham High Street / Roper Street via Cromwell Road Bus Station and Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Eltham?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Eltham via London Waterloo East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Guildford to Eltham?

The distance between Guildford and Eltham is 38 miles. The road distance is 35.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Eltham without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £22 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Guildford to Eltham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Eltham bus from?

Guildford to Eltham bus services, operated by Falcon Buses, depart from Library station.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Eltham train from?

Guildford to Eltham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Guildford station.

Train or bus from Guildford to Eltham?

The best way to get from Guildford to Eltham is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £22 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 715 bus and bus, which costs £6 - £170 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Guildford to Eltham bus arrive?

Guildford to Eltham bus services, operated by Falcon Buses, arrive at Cromwell Road Bus Station.

Where does the Guildford to Eltham train arrive?

Guildford to Eltham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Eltham is 35 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Guildford to Eltham.

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

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Where can I stay near Eltham?

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Guildford to Eltham - 6 ways to travel via train, line 715 bus, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Guildford to Eltham by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to London Waterlootrain Guildford - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Elthamtrain London Charing Cross - Dartford / ...
1h 58m
£23–27
Line 715 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Library to Cromwell Road Bus Stationbus 715
2. Take the bus from Cromwell Road Bus Station to Charing Crossbus N87
3. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to Eltham High Street / Roper Streetbus N21
3h 55m
£6–165
Drive 35.3 mi
1. Drive from Guildford to Elthamcar 35.3 mi
1h 5m
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Guildford to Elthamtaxi 35.3 mi
1h 5m
£85–110
Train, line 161 bus
1. Take the train from Guildford to London Waterlootrain Guildford - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from North Greenwich Station to Eltham Church / Court Yardbus 161
2h 10m
£24–26
Train, tram, line 162 bus
1. Take the train from Guildford to Wimbledontrain
2. Take the tram from Wimbledon Tram Stop to Beckenham Junction Tram Stoptram
3. Take the bus from Beckenham Junction Station to Eltham Church / Well Hall Roadbus 162
2h 45m
£15–26

Guildford to Eltham by train and foot

186Weekly Services

1h 58mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 38 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Eltham via London Waterloo and London Waterloo East in around 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Library to Eltham High Street / Roper Street via Cromwell Road Bus Station, Charing Cross, and Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross in around 3h 55m.

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