What is the cheapest way to get from Croydon to Elephant and Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Elephant and Castle is to bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Croydon to Elephant and Castle?

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Elephant and Castle is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £85 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Elephant and Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hogarth Crescent and arriving at Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Elephant and Castle. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Elephant & Castle via London Blackfriars. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Croydon to Elephant and Castle?

The distance between Croydon and Elephant and Castle is 13 miles. The road distance is 9.1 miles.

How do I travel from Croydon to Elephant and Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Croydon to Elephant and Castle without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs £7 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Croydon to Elephant and Castle?

It takes approximately 28 min to get from Croydon to Elephant and Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Elephant and Castle bus from?

Croydon to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Hogarth Crescent station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Elephant and Castle train from?

Croydon to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from East Croydon station.

Train or bus from Croydon to Elephant and Castle?

The best way to get from Croydon to Elephant and Castle is to train which takes 28 min and costs £7 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Croydon to Elephant and Castle bus arrive?

Croydon to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway station.

Where does the Croydon to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

Croydon to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Blackfriars station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Elephant and Castle is 9 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Croydon to Elephant and Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Croydon to Elephant and Castle?

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Where can I stay near Elephant and Castle?

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Croydon to Elephant and Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Croydon to Elephant and Castle by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from East Croydon to London Blackfriarstrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
28 min
£7–13
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hogarth Crescent to Elephant & Castle / Newington Causewaybus 468
1h 5m
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Croydon to Elephant and Castletaxi 9.1 mi
24 min
£85–110
Drive 9.1 mi
1. Drive from Croydon to Elephant and Castlecar 9.1 mi
24 min
£3–4

Croydon to Elephant and Castle by train

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Distance: 12.7 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Croydon, England and Elephant and Castle, England?

Thameslink operates a train from East Croydon to London Blackfriars every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Hogarth Crescent to Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Abellio London also services this route hourly.

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