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

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Croydon is to bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 49 min.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Croydon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waterloo Bridge / South Bank and arriving at Hogarth Crescent. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross 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 to Croydon?

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

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

The best way to get from Charing Cross 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 to Croydon?

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

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

Charing Cross to Croydon bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Waterloo Bridge / South Bank station.

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

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

Train or bus from Charing Cross to Croydon?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Croydon is to train which takes 24 min and costs £5 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 49 min.

Where does the Charing Cross to Croydon bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Croydon bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Hogarth Crescent station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Croydon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Croydon?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

There are 19944+ hotels available in Croydon.

Can I share a ride from Charing Cross to Croydon?

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

Charing Cross to Croydon - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 7 ways to get from Charing Cross 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 Waterloo Bridge / South Bank to Hogarth Crescentbus N68
49 min
£1–3
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from London to Croydonrideshare 11.2 mi
40 min
£3
Train, line 289 bus
1. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Elmers Endtrain London Charing Cross - Hayes
2. Take the bus from Elmers End Interchange to Spurgeon's Bridgebus 289
1h 5m
£7–13
Bus via Elephant & Castle station
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / London Road to Hogarth Crescentbus 468
1h 16m
£2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charing Cross to Croydontaxi 10 mi
27 min
£45–60
Drive 10 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Croydoncar 10 mi
27 min
£3–4

Charing Cross to Croydon by train

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Distance: 12 mi
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Charing Cross, 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 Waterloo Bridge / South Bank to Hogarth Crescent every 3 hours. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 49 min. Arriva UK also services this route every 3 hours.

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