What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Croydon?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Croydon is to bus which costs £13 - £35 and takes 3h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Croydon?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Croydon is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Hogarth Crescent via Coach Station and Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Croydon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cambridge and arriving at East Croydon. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Croydon?

The distance between Cambridge and Croydon is 71 miles. The road distance is 67.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to Croydon without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £35 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Croydon?

The train from Cambridge to East Croydon takes 1h 37m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Croydon bus from?

Cambridge to Croydon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Croydon train from?

Cambridge to Croydon train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Croydon?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Croydon is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 3h 54m.

Where does the Cambridge to Croydon bus arrive?

Cambridge to Croydon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Cambridge to Croydon train arrive?

Cambridge to Croydon train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Croydon is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Cambridge to Croydon.

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge to Croydon?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cambridge to Croydon?

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

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Cambridge to Croydon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to Croydon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to East Croydontrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
1h 37m
£35–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Waterloo Stationbus A8
3. Take the bus from Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road to Hogarth Crescentbus N68
3h 54m
£13–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to London Liverpool Streettrain Cambridge North - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / London Road to Hogarth Crescentbus 468
2h 53m
£30–53
Drive 67.1 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Croydoncar 67.1 mi
1h 33m
£17–24

Cambridge to Croydon by train

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Distance: 70.9 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Croydon, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Cambridge to East Croydon hourly. Tickets cost £35–75 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Hogarth Crescent via Coach Station, Waterloo Station, and Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road in around 3h 54m.

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