What is the cheapest way to get from King's Cross Station to Croydon?

The cheapest way to get from King's Cross Station to Croydon is to bus which costs £1 - £7 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from King's Cross Station to Croydon?

The fastest way to get from King's Cross Station to Croydon is to train which takes 33 min and costs £6 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between King's Cross Station and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from King's Cross Station station to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Kingsway / Holborn Station and arriving at Hogarth Crescent via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between King's Cross Station and Croydon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London St Pancras Intl and arriving at East Croydon. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from King's Cross Station to Croydon?

The distance between King's Cross Station and Croydon is 14 miles. The road distance is 12 miles.

How do I travel from King's Cross Station to Croydon without a car?

The best way to get from King's Cross Station to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs £6 - £14.

How long does it take to get from King's Cross Station to Croydon?

The train from London St Pancras International to East Croydon takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the King's Cross Station to Croydon bus from?

King's Cross Station to Croydon bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Kingsway / Holborn Station.

Where do I catch the King's Cross Station to Croydon train from?

King's Cross Station to Croydon train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from King's Cross Station to Croydon?

The best way to get from King's Cross Station to Croydon is to train which takes 33 min and costs £6 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £7 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the King's Cross Station to Croydon bus arrive?

King's Cross Station to Croydon bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Hogarth Crescent station.

Where does the King's Cross Station to Croydon train arrive?

King's Cross Station to Croydon train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from King's Cross Station to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between King's Cross Station to Croydon is 12 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from King's Cross Station to Croydon.

How do I get a train ticket from King's Cross Station to Croydon?

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

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There are 5 ways to get from King's Cross Station to Croydon by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to East Croydontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
33 min
£6–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway / Holborn Station to Hogarth Crescentbus N68
1h 14m
£2–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from King's Cross Station to Croydontaxi 11.9 mi
34 min
£90–110
Drive 11.9 mi
1. Drive from King's Cross Station to Croydoncar 11.9 mi
34 min
£3–5
Line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Stockwell Station / Clapham Road to Hogarth Crescentbus 50
1h 24m
£6–20

King's Cross Station to Croydon by foot and train

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Distance: 13.5 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between King's Cross Station, England and Croydon, England?

Thameslink operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to East Croydon every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £6–14 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Abellio London operates a bus from Kingsway / Holborn Station to Hogarth Crescent hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 51 min. Arriva UK also services this route hourly.

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