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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Croydon is to bus via London Heathrow Airport which costs £11 - £20 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Croydon is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Croydon station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at West Croydon Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at West Croydon Tram Stop via Woking and Wimbledon Tram Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Croydon?

The distance between Bournemouth and Croydon is 107 miles. The road distance is 103.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Bournemouth to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Croydon bus from?

Bournemouth to Croydon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Croydon train from?

Bournemouth to Croydon train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Croydon?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Croydon is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £50 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Croydon bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Croydon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Croydon train arrive?

Bournemouth to Croydon train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Woking station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Croydon is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Bournemouth to Croydon.

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

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

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Bournemouth to Croydon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Croydon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Wokingtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Woking to Wimbledontrain Woking - London Waterloo / ...
2h 38m
£44–96
Bus via London Heathrow Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
4h 37m
£12–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
4h 2m
£20–46
Drive 103.2 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Croydoncar 103.2 mi
2h 3m
£26–37
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Basingstoketrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain Southampton Central - London Waterloo / ...
2h 42m
£46–102

Bournemouth to Croydon by train and tram

158Weekly Services

2h 38mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bournemouth to Croydon.

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Distance: 106.3 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to West Croydon Tram Stop via Woking, Wimbledon, and Wimbledon Tram Stop in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to West Croydon Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 2m.

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