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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Croydon station. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at West Croydon Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Croydon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Selhurst. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Watford to Croydon?

The distance between Watford and Croydon is 25 miles. The road distance is 25.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £26.

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

The train from Watford Junction to Selhurst takes 1h 2m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Watford to Croydon bus from?

Watford to Croydon bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Town Hall station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Croydon train from?

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

Train or bus from Watford to Croydon?

The best way to get from Watford to Croydon is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Watford to Croydon bus arrive?

Watford to Croydon bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Watford to Croydon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Croydon is 26 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Watford to Croydon.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Watford to Croydon?

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Watford to Croydon - 5 ways to travel via train, line 142 bus, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Watford to Croydon by train, bus, subway, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Selhursttrain Watford Junction - East Croydon
1h 2m
£13–26
Drive 25.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watford to Croydoncar 25.7 mi
1h
£7–10
Line 142 bus, subway, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Beechen Grove to Edgware Bus Stationbus 142
2. Take the subway from Edgware station to Clapham Northsubway
3. Take the bus from Clapham North & High Street Stations to Hogarth Crescentbus 50
2h 38m
£16–55
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watford to Croydontaxi 25.7 mi
1h
£140–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
2h 39m

Watford to Croydon by train

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Distance: 24.6 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

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

Southern operates a train from Watford Junction to Selhurst hourly. Tickets cost £13–26 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall to West Croydon Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 2h 39m.

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