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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Croydon is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Croydon is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs £90 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington station to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace and arriving at Hogarth Crescent via Aldwych / Drury Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Paddington to Croydon. However, there are services departing from London Paddington and arriving at East Croydon via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Paddington to Croydon?

The distance between Paddington and Croydon is 16 miles. The road distance is 12 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Paddington to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Croydon bus from?

Paddington to Croydon bus services, operated by London Buses, depart from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Croydon train from?

Paddington to Croydon train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Paddington to Croydon?

The best way to get from Paddington to Croydon is to train which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £18. Alternatively, you can line 23 bus and bus, which costs £3 - £7 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Paddington to Croydon bus arrive?

Paddington to Croydon bus services, operated by London Buses, arrive at Aldwych / Drury Lane station.

Where does the Paddington to Croydon train arrive?

Paddington to Croydon train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Farringdon Without station.

Can I drive from Paddington to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Croydon is 12 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Paddington to Croydon.

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

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

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Paddington to Croydon - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Paddington to Croydon by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to East Croydontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
37 min
£8–18
Drive 11.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paddington to Croydoncar 11.9 mi
31 min
£3–5
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Paddington station to Elephant & Castle stationsubway Bakerloo
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / London Road to Hogarth Crescentbus 468
1h 29m
£5–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Paddington to Croydontaxi 11.9 mi
31 min
£90–110
Line 36 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace to Victoria Stationbus 36
2. Take the train from London Victoria to West Croydontrain London Victoria - Epsom Downs / ...
1h 9m
£7–26
Line 23 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace to Aldwych / Drury Lanebus 23
2. Take the bus from Aldwych / Drury Lane to Hogarth Crescentbus N68
2h 3m
£3–6

Paddington to Croydon by train

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Distance: 15.6 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

You can take a train from London Paddington to East Croydon via Farringdon Without and Farringdon in around 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace to Hogarth Crescent via Aldwych / Drury Lane in around 2h 3m.

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