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

The cheapest way to get from Eltham to Cardiff is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 4h 55m.

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 6m and costs £70 - £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 London Victoria and arriving at Cardiff North Road via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

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 6m.

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 6m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m 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 FlixBus, 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 6m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 4h 55m, you could also fly, which costs £260 - £1,100 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Eltham to Cardiff bus arrive?

Eltham to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road 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 - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 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 6m
£72–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
4h 55m
£21–38
Drive 157.7 mi
1. Drive from Eltham to Cardiffcar 157.7 mi
3h 10m
£39–56
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 50m
£269–1,014
Bus via Charing Cross
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
5h 10m
£32–146
Fly London City Airport 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 4m
£210–463
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 3m
£84–212
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LHR - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 53m
£69–281

Eltham to Cardiff by train and subway

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Distance: 156.2 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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 £65–120 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Road every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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