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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Croydon is to bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Croydon is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Croydon. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Sumner Road Waddon via Armoury Way and Tooting Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Croydon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at East Croydon. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Croydon?

The distance between Portsmouth and Croydon is 75 miles. The road distance is 71.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Croydon without a car is to train via Horsham which takes 2h and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Portsmouth to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Croydon bus from?

Portsmouth to Croydon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Croydon train from?

Portsmouth to Croydon train services, operated by Southern, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Croydon?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Croydon is to train via Horsham which takes 2h and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Croydon bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Croydon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Armoury Way station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Croydon train arrive?

Portsmouth to Croydon train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Horsham station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Croydon is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Portsmouth to Croydon.

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

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Train via Horsham
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain Portsmouth Harbour - Horsham / ...
2. Take the train from Horsham to East Croydontrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2h
£39–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Armoury Waybus 030
2h 49m
£15–34
Drive 71.3 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Croydoncar 71.3 mi
1h 25m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to East Croydontrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Victoria
2h 12m
£35–80
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Guildfordtrain
2. Take the train from Guildford to Wimbledontrain
3. Take the tram from Wimbledon Tram Stop to West Croydon Tram Stoptram
2h 23m
£30–66

Portsmouth to Croydon by train

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Distance: 74.8 mi
Duration: 2h

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to East Croydon via Horsham in around 2h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from The Hard Interchange to Armoury Way 5 times a day. Tickets cost £13–35 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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