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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Birmingham is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £40 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon station to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from West Croydon Bus Station and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Birmingham New Street via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Croydon to Birmingham?

The distance between Croydon and Birmingham is 127 miles. The road distance is 125.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Croydon to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Birmingham bus from?

Croydon to Birmingham bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Croydon to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Croydon to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Croydon to Birmingham bus arrive?

Croydon to Birmingham bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Croydon to Birmingham train arrive?

Croydon to Birmingham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Birmingham is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Croydon to Birmingham.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from East Croydon to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 10m
£42–108
Drive 124.5 mi
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1. Drive from Croydon to Birminghamcar 124.5 mi
2h 35m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
4h 52m
Bus via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk920
5h 6m

Croydon to Birmingham by train and foot

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Distance: 126.1 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from East Croydon to Birmingham New Street via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 52m.

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