What is the cheapest way to get from South Croydon to Aldgate East?

The cheapest way to get from South Croydon to Aldgate East is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Croydon to Aldgate East?

The fastest way to get from South Croydon to Aldgate East is to taxi which takes 33 min and costs £110 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between South Croydon and Aldgate East?

No, there is no direct bus from South Croydon to Aldgate East. However, there are services departing from Swan & Sugar Loaf and arriving at Aldgate East via Aldwych. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between South Croydon and Aldgate East?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from South Croydon and arriving at London Bridge. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from South Croydon to Aldgate East?

The distance between South Croydon and Aldgate East is 14 miles. The road distance is 12.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Croydon to Aldgate East without a car is to train and subway which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £18.

How long does it take to get from South Croydon to Aldgate East?

It takes approximately 35 min to get from South Croydon to Aldgate East, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Croydon to Aldgate East bus from?

South Croydon to Aldgate East bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Swan & Sugar Loaf station.

Where do I catch the South Croydon to Aldgate East train from?

South Croydon to Aldgate East train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from South Croydon station.

Train or bus from South Croydon to Aldgate East?

The best way to get from South Croydon to Aldgate East is to train which takes 46 min and costs £5 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £16 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the South Croydon to Aldgate East bus arrive?

South Croydon to Aldgate East bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Aldwych / Kingsway station.

Where does the South Croydon to Aldgate East train arrive?

South Croydon to Aldgate East train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Blackfriars station.

Can I drive from South Croydon to Aldgate East?

Yes, the driving distance between South Croydon to Aldgate East is 12 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from South Croydon to Aldgate East.

Where can I stay near Aldgate East?

There are 21983+ hotels available in Aldgate East.

South Croydon to Aldgate East - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from South Croydon to London Blackfriarstrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the subway from Blackfriars station to Aldgate East stationsubway District
35 min
£7–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swan & Sugar Loaf to Aldwych / Kingswaybus N68
2. Take the bus from Aldwych to Aldgate Eastbus 15 / ...
1h 30m
£3–16
Train
1. Take the train from South Croydon to London Bridgetrain Caterham - London Bridge / ...
46 min
£5–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Croydon to Aldgate Easttaxi 12.3 mi
33 min
£110–150
Drive 12.3 mi
1. Drive from South Croydon to Aldgate Eastcar 12.3 mi
33 min
£3–5
Line 197 bus, line 78 bus
1. Take the bus from Park Lane / Fairfield Halls to Peckham Rye Stationbus 197
2. Take the bus from Peckham Rye Station to Mansell Streetbus 78
1h 48m
£3–77

South Croydon to Aldgate East by train and subway

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Distance: 13.9 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between South Croydon, England and Aldgate East, England?

Southern operates a train from South Croydon to London Bridge every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–12 and the journey takes 22 min. Thameslink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swan & Sugar Loaf to Aldgate East via Aldwych / Kingsway and Aldwych in around 1h 30m.

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