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Compare train and bus for London to Croydon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Croydon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, while a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 8 miles (14 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$13 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The journey is about 32m faster (25m by train vs 57m by car) and roughly $10 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($13 (€11) vs $22 (€19)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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How to get from London to Croydon by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from London to Croydon is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
W455606:05 AM 0h13 London Bridge (LBG) 6:18 AM East Croydon (ECR) $13 1 One-way 0 transfers
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W455606:05 AM 0h13 London Bridge (LBG) 6:18 AM East Croydon (ECR) $13 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
W455606:05 AM 0h13 London Bridge (LBG) 6:18 AM East Croydon (ECR) $13 1 One-way 0 transfers
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C826996:07 AM 0h14 London Bridge (LBG) 6:21 AM East Croydon (ECR) $13 1 One-way 0 transfers
W328946:00 AM 0h16 London Bridge (LBG) 6:16 AM East Croydon (ECR) $13 1 One-way 0 transfers
G271006:00 AM 0h32 London Victoria (VIC) 6:32 AM West Croydon (WCY) $13 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Croydon as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from London Victoria (VIC) and arrive in East Croydon (ECR).
- Travel with Southern, Thameslink to go to Croydon by train.
- 7 direct trains per day with Southern, Thameslink.
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