What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Croydon?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Croydon is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Croydon?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Croydon is to train which takes 33 min and costs £6 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London to Croydon station. However, there are services departing from Darwin Road Brentford and arriving at West Croydon Bus Station via Cromwell Road Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Central London to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Brentford and arriving at East Croydon via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Central London to Croydon?

The distance between Central London and Croydon is 15 miles. The road distance is 14.6 miles.

How do I travel from Central London to Croydon without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs £6 - £15.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Croydon?

It takes approximately 33 min to get from Central London to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Croydon bus from?

Central London to Croydon bus services, operated by First Bus London, depart from Darwin Road Brentford station.

Where do I catch the Central London to Croydon train from?

Central London to Croydon train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Brentford station.

Train or bus from Central London to Croydon?

The best way to get from Central London to Croydon is to train which takes 33 min and costs £6 - £15. Alternatively, you can line 65 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Central London to Croydon bus arrive?

Central London to Croydon bus services, operated by First Bus London, arrive at Cromwell Road Bus Station.

Where does the Central London to Croydon train arrive?

Central London to Croydon train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Central London to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Croydon is 15 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Central London to Croydon.

How do I get a train ticket from Central London to Croydon?

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There are 5 ways to get from Central London to Croydon by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brentford to Clapham Junctiontrain Windsor & Eton Riverside - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to East Croydontrain London Victoria - Reigate / ...
33 min
£7–14
Drive 14.5 mi
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1. Drive from Central London to Croydoncar 14.5 mi
33 min
£4–6
Line 65 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Darwin Road Brentford to Cromwell Road Bus Stationbus 65 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cromwell Road Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
2h 1m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central London to Croydontaxi 14.5 mi
33 min
£80–100
Train via West Croydon
1. Take the train from Brentford to Clapham Junctiontrain Windsor & Eton Riverside - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to West Croydontrain London Victoria - Epsom Downs / ...
54 min
£7–14

Central London to Croydon by train

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Distance: 14.5 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Central London, England and Croydon, England?

You can take a train from Brentford to East Croydon via Clapham Junction in around 33 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Darwin Road Brentford to West Croydon Bus Station via Cromwell Road Bus Station in around 2h 1m.

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