What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to South Croydon?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to South Croydon is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to South Croydon?

The fastest way to get from Reading to South Croydon is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and South Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to South Croydon station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at East Croydon Rail Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and South Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to South Croydon. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at East Croydon via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Reading to South Croydon?

The distance between Reading and South Croydon is 47 miles. The road distance is 46.5 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to South Croydon without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to South Croydon without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £20 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Reading to South Croydon?

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Reading to South Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to South Croydon bus from?

Reading to South Croydon bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to South Croydon train from?

Reading to South Croydon train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to South Croydon?

The best way to get from Reading to South Croydon is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £20 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Reading to South Croydon bus arrive?

Reading to South Croydon bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to South Croydon train arrive?

Reading to South Croydon train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Reading to South Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to South Croydon is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Reading to South Croydon.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to South Croydon?

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Reading to South Croydon - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to South Croydon by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain Reading - London Waterloo
1h 28m
£20–44
Drive 46.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to South Croydoncar 46.3 mi
1h 12m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl7
2h 59m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to South Croydontaxi 46.3 mi
1h 12m
£250–300
Train via Farringdon Without
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to East Croydontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 34m
£34–68
Train via Farringdon Without #2
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to South Croydontrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
1h 39m
£24–69

Reading to South Croydon by train

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Distance: 46.9 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Reading, England and South Croydon, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Reading to Clapham Junction hourly. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to East Croydon Rail Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 2h 59m.

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