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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Eltham is to bus which costs £14 - £27 and takes 3h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Eltham is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Eltham?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Eltham station. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central Station and arriving at London Green Line Coach Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Eltham?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Eltham via London Waterloo East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Southampton to Eltham?

The distance between Southampton and Eltham is 88 miles. The road distance is 84.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Eltham without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Southampton to Eltham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Eltham bus from?

Southampton to Eltham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Southampton Central Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Eltham train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Eltham?

The best way to get from Southampton to Eltham is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £27 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Southampton to Eltham bus arrive?

Southampton to Eltham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Green Line Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Eltham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Eltham is 84 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Southampton to Eltham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Eltham?

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Where can I stay near Eltham?

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There are 3 ways to get from Southampton to Eltham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Elthamtrain London Charing Cross - Dartford / ...
2h 10m
£36–82
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
3h 51m
£15–27
Drive 84 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Elthamcar 84 mi
2h 2m
£21–30

Southampton to Eltham by train and foot

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2h 10mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 87.1 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Eltham via London Waterloo and London Waterloo East in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Southampton Central Station to London Green Line Coach Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 3h.

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