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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle is to train via London Blackfriars which takes 44 min and costs £18 - £20.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Elephant & Castle / London Road via Black Boy PH and Marble Arch Station / Park Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Harpenden and arriving at Elephant & Castle. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle?

The distance between Harpenden and Elephant and Castle is 28 miles. The road distance is 27.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle without a car is to train via London Blackfriars which takes 44 min and costs £18 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle, including transfers.

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

Harpenden to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Old Cock Inn station.

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

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

Train or bus from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle is to train via London Blackfriars which takes 44 min and costs £18 - £20. Alternatively, you can line 321 bus and line 757 bus and line 148 bus, which costs £9 - £15 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Harpenden to Elephant and Castle bus arrive?

Harpenden to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Black Boy PH station.

Where does the Harpenden to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Elephant and Castle is 27 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle.

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

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Where can I stay near Elephant and Castle?

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Harpenden to Elephant and Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 321 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via London Blackfriars
best
1. Take the train from Harpenden to London Blackfriarstrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
44 min
£18–19
Drive 27.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harpenden to Elephant and Castlecar 27.3 mi
59 min
£7–10
Line 321 bus, line 757 bus, line 148 bus
1. Take the bus from Old Cock Inn to Black Boy PHbus 321
2. Take the bus from Black Boy PH to Marble Archbus 757
3. Take the bus from Marble Arch Station / Park Lane to Elephant & Castle / London Roadbus 148
2h 22m
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harpenden to Elephant and Castletaxi 27.3 mi
59 min
£250–310
Train
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Elephant & Castletrain Luton - Sutton / ...
54 min
£20

Harpenden to Elephant and Castle by train

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Distance: 27.3 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from Harpenden to London Blackfriars every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £18 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Elephant & Castle / London Road via Black Boy PH, Marble Arch, and Marble Arch Station / Park Lane in around 2h 22m.

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