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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Essex is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Essex is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon to Essex. However, there are services departing from Hogarth Crescent and arriving at Polecat Road via London Eye, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Essex. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at White Notley via London Bridge station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Croydon to Essex?

The distance between Croydon and Essex is 56 miles. The road distance is 52.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Essex without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 11m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Croydon to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Essex bus from?

Croydon to Essex bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Hogarth Crescent station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Essex train from?

Croydon to Essex train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from London Bridge station.

Where does the Croydon to Essex bus arrive?

Croydon to Essex bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Waterloo Station / Tenison Way.

Where does the Croydon to Essex train arrive?

Croydon to Essex train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Stratford station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Essex is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Croydon to Essex.

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

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Where can I stay near Essex?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Croydon to Essex by subway, train, bus, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from London Bridge station to Stratford stationsubway Jubilee
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
2h 11m
£30–72
Drive 52.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Croydon to Essexcar 52.1 mi
1h 25m
£13–19
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hogarth Crescent to Elephant & Castle / Newington Causewaybus 468
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
3h 9m
£23–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hogarth Crescent to Waterloo Station / Tenison Waybus N68
2. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach Stationbus A8
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Interchangebus X20
3h 46m
£13–28

Croydon to Essex by train and subway

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2h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 55.5 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Hogarth Crescent to Polecat Road via Waterloo Station / Tenison Way, London Eye, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 3h 46m.

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