What is the cheapest way to get from South Croydon to Elephant and Castle?

The cheapest way to get from South Croydon to Elephant and Castle is to bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Croydon to Elephant and Castle?

The fastest way to get from South Croydon to Elephant and Castle is to train which takes 21 min and costs £5 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between South Croydon and Elephant and Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Fairfield Halls and arriving at Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between South Croydon and Elephant and Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from East Croydon and arriving at Elephant & Castle. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from South Croydon to Elephant and Castle?

The distance between South Croydon and Elephant and Castle is 10 miles. The road distance is 10.5 miles.

How do I travel from South Croydon to Elephant and Castle without a car?

The best way to get from South Croydon to Elephant and Castle without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs £5 - £10.

How long does it take to get from South Croydon to Elephant and Castle?

The train from East Croydon to Elephant & Castle takes 21 min including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the South Croydon to Elephant and Castle bus from?

South Croydon to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Fairfield Halls station.

Where do I catch the South Croydon to Elephant and Castle train from?

South Croydon to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from East Croydon station.

Train or bus from South Croydon to Elephant and Castle?

The best way to get from South Croydon to Elephant and Castle is to train which takes 21 min and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the South Croydon to Elephant and Castle bus arrive?

South Croydon to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway station.

Where does the South Croydon to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

South Croydon to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Elephant & Castle station.

Can I drive from South Croydon to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between South Croydon to Elephant and Castle is 10 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from South Croydon to Elephant and Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from South Croydon to Elephant and Castle?

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Where can I stay near Elephant and Castle?

There are 21994+ hotels available in Elephant and Castle.

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There are 5 ways to get from South Croydon to Elephant and Castle by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from East Croydon to Elephant & Castletrain Brighton - Bedford
21 min
£5–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fairfield Halls to Elephant & Castle / Newington Causewaybus 468
1h 10m
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Croydon to Elephant and Castletaxi 10.4 mi
27 min
£100–120
Drive 10.4 mi
1. Drive from South Croydon to Elephant and Castlecar 10.4 mi
27 min
£3–4
Train via London Blackfriars
1. Take the train from South Croydon to London Blackfriarstrain Three Bridges - Bedford / ...
34 min
£7–14

South Croydon to Elephant and Castle by train

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Distance: 9.8 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between South Croydon, England and Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England?

Thameslink operates a train from East Croydon to Elephant & Castle twice a week. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Fairfield Halls to Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Abellio London also services this route hourly.

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