The average train between Russell Square and Croydon takes 29 min and the fastest train takes 27 min. The train runs at least 7 times per hour from Russell Square to Croydon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 10 minutes between Russell Square and Croydon. The earliest departure is at 12:24 AM at night, and the last departure from Russell Square is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Croydon at 12:27 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 29 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Russell Square station and arriving at Croydon station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 29 min.
Russell Square to Croydon train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.
Russell Square to Croydon train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at East Croydon station.
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The distance between Russell Square and Croydon is 15.5 km. The road distance is 21 km.
Thameslink operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to East Croydon every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £6–13 and the journey takes 28 min.