What is the cheapest way to get from South London to Central London?

The cheapest way to get from South London to Central London is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South London to Central London?

The fastest way to get from South London to Central London is to taxi which takes 36 min and costs £85 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between South London and Central London?

No, there is no direct bus from South London to Central London. However, there are services departing from Christie Drive and arriving at Challis Road via West Croydon Bus Station and Kingston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

Is there a direct train between South London and Central London?

No, there is no direct train from South London to Central London. However, there are services departing from Selhurst and arriving at Brentford via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from South London to Central London?

The distance between South London and Central London is 13 miles. The road distance is 15.3 miles.

How do I travel from South London to Central London without a car?

The best way to get from South London to Central London without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £5 - £14.

How long does it take to get from South London to Central London?

It takes approximately 55 min to get from South London to Central London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South London to Central London bus from?

South London to Central London bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the South London to Central London train from?

South London to Central London train services, operated by Southern, depart from Selhurst station.

Train or bus from South London to Central London?

The best way to get from South London to Central London is to train which takes 55 min and costs £5 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus and line 65 bus, which costs and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the South London to Central London bus arrive?

South London to Central London bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Kingston Station.

Where does the South London to Central London train arrive?

South London to Central London train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from South London to Central London?

Yes, the driving distance between South London to Central London is 15 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from South London to Central London.

How do I get a train ticket from South London to Central London?

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Where can I stay near Central London?

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South London to Central London - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 196 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from South London to Central London by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Selhurst to Clapham Junctiontrain Epsom Downs - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Brentfordtrain London Waterloo - Windsor & Eton Riverside / ...
55 min
£5–14
Drive 15.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South London to Central Londoncar 15.2 mi
36 min
£4–6
Line 196 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Norwood Junction Station to Vauxhall Bus Stationbus 196
2. Take the train from Vauxhall to Brentfordtrain London Waterloo - Windsor & Eton Riverside / ...
1h 42m
£5–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South London to Central Londontaxi 15.2 mi
36 min
£85–110
Bus, line 65 bus
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Kingston Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Kingston Station to Challis Roadbus 65 / ...
2h 23m

South London to Central London by train

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Distance: 13.3 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between South London, England and Central London, England?

You can take a train from Selhurst to Brentford via Clapham Junction in around 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Christie Drive to Challis Road via West Croydon Bus Station and Kingston Station in around 2h 23m.

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