What is the cheapest way to get from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath?

The cheapest way to get from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath?

The fastest way to get from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs £14 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Sanderstead and Thornton Heath?

No, there is no direct bus from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath station. However, there are services departing from Cranleigh Gardens and arriving at Thornton Heath Station via West Croydon Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Sanderstead and Thornton Heath?

No, there is no direct train from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath. However, there are services departing from Riddlesdown and arriving at Thornton Heath via East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath?

The distance between Sanderstead and Thornton Heath is 5 miles. The road distance is 5.4 miles.

How do I travel from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath without a car?

The best way to get from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £2 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath?

It takes approximately 30 min to get from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sanderstead to Thornton Heath bus from?

Sanderstead to Thornton Heath bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Cranleigh Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Sanderstead to Thornton Heath train from?

Sanderstead to Thornton Heath train services, operated by Southern, depart from Riddlesdown station.

Train or bus from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath?

The best way to get from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath is to train which takes 30 min and costs £2 - £5. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £23 and takes 35 min.

Where does the Sanderstead to Thornton Heath bus arrive?

Sanderstead to Thornton Heath bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at West Croydon Bus Station.

Where does the Sanderstead to Thornton Heath train arrive?

Sanderstead to Thornton Heath train services, operated by Southern, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath?

Yes, the driving distance between Sanderstead to Thornton Heath is 5 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath.

How do I get a train ticket from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath?

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Where can I stay near Thornton Heath?

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Sanderstead to Thornton Heath - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Sanderstead to Thornton Heath by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Riddlesdown to East Croydontrain East Grinstead - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Thornton Heathtrain East Croydon - London Bridge / ...
30 min
£3–5
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cranleigh Gardens to West Croydon Bus Stationbus 403
2. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Thornton Heath Stationbus 450
35 min
£2–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sanderstead to Thornton Heathtaxi 5.3 mi
11 min
£14–17
Drive 5.3 mi
1. Drive from Sanderstead to Thornton Heathcar 5.3 mi
11 min
£2
Bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Cranleigh Gardens to Whitgift Centrebus 403
2. Take the bus from Whitgift Centre to Thornton Heath Stationbus 50 / ...
37 min
£3–23
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cranleigh Gardens to West Croydon Bus Stationbus 403
2. Take the train from West Croydon to Thornton Heathtrain Epsom Downs - London Victoria / ...
46 min
£3–24

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Distance: 4.9 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Sanderstead, England and Thornton Heath, England?

You can take a train from Riddlesdown to Thornton Heath via East Croydon in around 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cranleigh Gardens to Thornton Heath Station via West Croydon Bus Station in around 35 min.

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