What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon is to bus which costs £2 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon is to train which takes 24 min and costs £5 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross (Station) and Croydon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Whitehall / Trafalgar Square and arriving at Sumner Road Croydon. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross (Station) and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon. However, there are services departing from London Charing Cross and arriving at East Croydon via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon?

The distance between Charing Cross (Station) and Croydon is 12 miles. The road distance is 10.1 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £5 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon?

It takes approximately 24 min to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon bus from?

Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Whitehall / Trafalgar Square station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon train from?

Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Charing Cross station.

Train or bus from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon?

The best way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon is to train which takes 24 min and costs £5 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 58 min.

Where does the Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon bus arrive?

Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Sumner Road Croydon station.

Where does the Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon train arrive?

Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon is 10 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon?

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

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Can I share a ride from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Charing Cross (Station) and Croydon. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 7 ways to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Charing Cross to London Bridgetrain London Charing Cross - Hayes / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to East Croydontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
24 min
£6–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Whitehall / Trafalgar Square to Sumner Road Croydonbus N109
58 min
£2
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from London to Croydonrideshare 11.2 mi
43 min
£3
Bus via Trafalgar Square
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Sumner Road Croydonbus N109
1h 2m
£2
Line 88 bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Clapham Road / Stockwell Stationbus 88 / ...
2. Take the bus from Stockwell Station / Clapham Road to Hogarth Crescentbus 50
1h 39m
£3–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydontaxi 10 mi
27 min
£45–60
Drive 10 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross (Station) to Croydoncar 10 mi
27 min
£3–4

Charing Cross (Station) to Croydon by train

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Distance: 12 mi
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Charing Cross (Station), Greater London, England and Croydon, England?

You can take a train from London Charing Cross to East Croydon via London Bridge in around 24 min. Alternatively, Abellio London operates a bus from Whitehall / Trafalgar Square to Sumner Road Croydon hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 55 min.

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