What is the cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace?

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace is to bus which costs £12 - £23 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace?

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Eltham Palace?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace. However, there are services departing from Gildredge Road and arriving at Royal Blackheath Golf Club via East Croydon Rail Station and Ringers Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Eltham Palace?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Mottingham via East Croydon and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace?

The distance between Eastbourne and Eltham Palace is 74 miles. The road distance is 57.2 miles.

How do I travel from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace without a car?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £35 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Eltham Palace bus from?

Eastbourne to Eltham Palace bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Gildredge Road station.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Eltham Palace train from?

Eastbourne to Eltham Palace train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £23 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Eltham Palace bus arrive?

Eastbourne to Eltham Palace bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Gatwick South Terminal station.

Where does the Eastbourne to Eltham Palace train arrive?

Eastbourne to Eltham Palace train services, operated by Southern, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Eltham Palace is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace.

How do I get a train ticket from Eastbourne to Eltham Palace?

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Where can I stay near Eltham Palace?

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Eastbourne to Eltham Palace - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 75 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to East Croydontrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2h 11m
£38–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Gatwick South Terminalbus 500
3h 50m
£12–23
Train, line 75 bus, line 124 bus
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to East Croydontrain
2. Take the bus from Park Lane / Fairfield Halls to Catford & Catford Bridge Stnsbus 75
3. Take the bus from Catford & Catford Bridge Stns to Kingsground / Eltham Palace Roadbus 124
3h 17m
£33–59
Drive 56.8 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Eltham Palacecar 56.8 mi
1h 22m
£14–20
Train, bus, line 126 bus
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to East Croydontrain
2. Take the bus from East Croydon Rail Station to Bromley South Stationbus Sl5
3. Take the bus from Ringers Road to Royal Blackheath Golf Clubbus 126
2h 31m

Eastbourne to Eltham Palace by train and foot

225Weekly Services

2h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 73.8 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Eastbourne, England and Eltham Palace, England?

Southern operates a train from Eastbourne to East Croydon hourly. Tickets cost £28–55 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, Metrobus operates a bus from Gildredge Road to Gatwick South Terminal hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 2h 16m.

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