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

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

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 station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at West Croydon Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

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 1m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m 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 1m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Croydon bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Croydon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus 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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Where can I stay near Croydon?

There are 19858+ hotels available in Croydon.

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There are 5 ways to get from Portsmouth to Croydon by train, bus, car, or tram

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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 1m
£34–57
Drive 71.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Croydoncar 71.3 mi
1h 25m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
3h 52m
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to East Croydontrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Victoria
2h 12m
£30–60
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
£27–54

Portsmouth to Croydon by train

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Distance: 74.8 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to West Croydon Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 52m.

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