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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Rayleigh is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Rayleigh is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Rayleigh via London Bridge station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Croydon to Rayleigh?

The distance between Croydon and Rayleigh is 47 miles. The road distance is 40 miles.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Rayleigh without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 20m and costs £19 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Croydon to Rayleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Rayleigh train from?

Croydon to Rayleigh train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from East Croydon station.

Where does the Croydon to Rayleigh train arrive?

Croydon to Rayleigh train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Rayleigh is 40 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Croydon to Rayleigh.

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

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Where can I stay near Rayleigh?

There are 1067+ hotels available in Rayleigh.

Croydon to Rayleigh - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and taxi

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from East Croydon to London Bridge
2. Take the subway from London Bridge station to Stratford station
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Rayleigh
1h 20m
£19–46
Drive 39.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Croydon to Rayleigh39.8 mi
59 min
£10–15
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hogarth Crescent to E & C / Newington Causeway468
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to RayleighLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
2h 20m
£18–49
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Croydon to Rayleigh39.8 mi
59 min
£210–260
Line 75 bus, line 25 bus
1. Take the bus from Hogarth Crescent to Lewisham Station75
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Street25 / ...
3h 6m

Croydon to Rayleigh by train and subway

329Weekly Services

1h 20mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 46.9 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Hogarth Crescent to High Street via Lewisham Station, Lewisham DLR Station, Limehouse, Basildon, and Bus Station in around 3h 6m.

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