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

The cheapest way to get from South Croydon to Watford is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Croydon to Watford is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between South Croydon and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from South Croydon station to Watford. However, there are services departing from Dingwall Road / East Croydon Station and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between South Croydon and Watford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from East Croydon and arriving at Watford Junction. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from South Croydon to Watford?

The distance between South Croydon and Watford is 26 miles. The road distance is 28.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Croydon to Watford without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £13 - £26.

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

The train from East Croydon to Watford Junction takes 1h 11m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

South Croydon to Watford bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Dingwall Road / East Croydon Station.

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

South Croydon to Watford train services, operated by Southern, depart from East Croydon station.

Train or bus from South Croydon to Watford?

The best way to get from South Croydon to Watford is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £13 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the South Croydon to Watford bus arrive?

South Croydon to Watford bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the South Croydon to Watford train arrive?

South Croydon to Watford train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Watford Junction station.

Can I drive from South Croydon to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between South Croydon to Watford is 28 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from South Croydon to Watford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from East Croydon to Watford Junctiontrain East Croydon - Watford Junction
1h 11m
£13–26
Drive 28.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Croydon to Watfordcar 28.1 mi
1h 2m
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dingwall Road / East Croydon Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Town Hallbus Ra3
2h 35m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Croydon to Watfordtaxi 28.1 mi
1h 2m
£150–190
Train via Clapham Junction
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Watford Junctiontrain East Croydon - Watford Junction / ...
1h 31m
£13–26
Bus, subway, line 142 bus
1. Take the bus from Swan & Sugar Loaf to Elephant & Castle Stationbus 468
2. Take the subway from Elephant & Castle station to Edgware stationsubway
3. Take the bus from Edgware Station to St Mary's Roadbus 142
2h 45m
£17–50

South Croydon to Watford by train

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Distance: 25.8 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

Southern operates a train from East Croydon to Watford Junction hourly. Tickets cost £13–26 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dingwall Road / East Croydon Station to Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 3 in around 2h 35m.

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