What is the cheapest way to get from Thornton Heath to Eltham?

The cheapest way to get from Thornton Heath to Eltham is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Thornton Heath to Eltham?

The fastest way to get from Thornton Heath to Eltham is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Thornton Heath and Eltham?

No, there is no direct bus from Thornton Heath to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Parchmore Road and arriving at Eltham Church / Well Hall Road via Addington Village Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Thornton Heath and Eltham?

No, there is no direct train from Thornton Heath to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Thornton Heath and arriving at Eltham via Peckham Rye. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Thornton Heath to Eltham?

The distance between Thornton Heath and Eltham is 12 miles. The road distance is 9 miles.

How do I travel from Thornton Heath to Eltham without a car?

The best way to get from Thornton Heath to Eltham without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £5 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Thornton Heath to Eltham?

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Thornton Heath to Eltham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thornton Heath to Eltham bus from?

Thornton Heath to Eltham bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Parchmore Road station.

Where do I catch the Thornton Heath to Eltham train from?

Thornton Heath to Eltham train services, operated by Southern, depart from Thornton Heath station.

Train or bus from Thornton Heath to Eltham?

The best way to get from Thornton Heath to Eltham is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £5 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 130 bus and line 314 bus, which costs £4 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Thornton Heath to Eltham bus arrive?

Thornton Heath to Eltham bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Addington Village Interchange station.

Where does the Thornton Heath to Eltham train arrive?

Thornton Heath to Eltham train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Peckham Rye station.

Can I drive from Thornton Heath to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Thornton Heath to Eltham is 9 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Thornton Heath to Eltham.

How do I get a train ticket from Thornton Heath to Eltham?

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Where can I stay near Eltham?

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There are 5 ways to get from Thornton Heath to Eltham by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thornton Heath to Peckham Ryetrain East Croydon - London Bridge / ...
2. Take the train from Peckham Rye to Elthamtrain London Victoria - Gravesend / ...
1h 3m
£6–13
Drive 9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thornton Heath to Elthamcar 9 mi
22 min
£3–4
Line 130 bus, line 314 bus
1. Take the bus from Parchmore Road to Addington Village Interchangebus 130
2. Take the bus from Addington Village Interchange to Eltham Church / Well Hall Roadbus 314
1h 37m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thornton Heath to Elthamtaxi 9 mi
22 min
£50–65
Tram, line 162 bus
1. Take the tram from West Croydon Tram Stop to Beckenham Junction Tram Stoptram Tram
2. Take the bus from Beckenham Junction Station to Eltham Church / Well Hall Roadbus 162
1h 48m

Thornton Heath to Eltham by train

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Distance: 12.4 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Thornton Heath, England and Eltham, England?

You can take a train from Thornton Heath to Eltham via Peckham Rye in around 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parchmore Road to Eltham Church / Well Hall Road via Addington Village Interchange in around 1h 37m.

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