What is the cheapest way to get from Beckenham to Harpenden?

The cheapest way to get from Beckenham to Harpenden is to drive which costs £9 - £13 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Beckenham to Harpenden?

The fastest way to get from Beckenham to Harpenden is to train which takes 55 min and costs £18 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Beckenham and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct bus from Beckenham to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Bromley Road / St Georges Church and arriving at Old Cock Inn via Crystal Palace Bus Station, Marble Arch and Black Boy PH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Beckenham and Harpenden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Norwood Junction and arriving at Harpenden. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Beckenham to Harpenden?

The distance between Beckenham and Harpenden is 36 miles. The road distance is 37.1 miles.

How do I travel from Beckenham to Harpenden without a car?

The best way to get from Beckenham to Harpenden without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £18 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Beckenham to Harpenden?

The train from Norwood Junction to Harpenden takes 55 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Beckenham to Harpenden bus from?

Beckenham to Harpenden bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Crystal Palace Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Beckenham to Harpenden train from?

Beckenham to Harpenden train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Norwood Junction station.

Train or bus from Beckenham to Harpenden?

The best way to get from Beckenham to Harpenden is to train which takes 55 min and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 757 bus and line 321 bus, which costs £8 - £16 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Beckenham to Harpenden bus arrive?

Beckenham to Harpenden bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Marble Arch Station / Park Lane.

Where does the Beckenham to Harpenden train arrive?

Beckenham to Harpenden train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Harpenden station.

Can I drive from Beckenham to Harpenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Beckenham to Harpenden is 37 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Beckenham to Harpenden.

How do I get a train ticket from Beckenham to Harpenden?

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Beckenham to Harpenden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 757 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Beckenham to Harpenden by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Norwood Junction to Harpendentrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
55 min
£18–40
Bus, line 757 bus, line 321 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Crystal Palace Bus Station to Marble Arch Station / Park Lanebus N2
2. Take the bus from Marble Arch to Black Boy PHbus 757
3. Take the bus from Black Boy PH to Old Cock Innbus 321
3h 17m
£9–16
Drive 36.9 mi
1. Drive from Beckenham to Harpendencar 36.9 mi
1h 18m
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Beckenham to Harpendentaxi 36.9 mi
1h 18m
£200–240
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from New Beckenham to London Bridgetrain Hayes / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Harpendentrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 9m
£18–36

Beckenham to Harpenden by train

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Distance: 36 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Beckenham, England and Harpenden, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Norwood Junction to Harpenden hourly. Tickets cost £18–40 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bromley Road / St Georges Church to Old Cock Inn via Crystal Palace Parade, Crystal Palace Bus Station, Marble Arch, and Black Boy PH in around 3h 17m.

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