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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon station to Watford. However, there are services departing from West Croydon Bus Station and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Watford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Selhurst and arriving at Watford Junction. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Croydon to Watford?

The distance between Croydon and Watford is 25 miles. The road distance is 26.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Watford without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £21 - £22.

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

The train from Selhurst to Watford Junction takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Watford bus from?

Croydon to Watford bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Watford train from?

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

Train or bus from Croydon to Watford?

The best way to get from Croydon to Watford is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £21 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Croydon to Watford bus arrive?

Croydon to Watford bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Croydon to Watford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Croydon to Watford?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Watford?

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Croydon to Watford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Selhurst to Watford Junctiontrain East Croydon - Watford Junction / ...
1h 6m
£21–22
Drive 26 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Croydon to Watfordcar 26 mi
1h
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Town Hallbus Ra3
2h 36m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Croydon to Watfordtaxi 26 mi
1h
£140–170
Line 50 bus, subway, line 142 bus
1. Take the bus from Hogarth Crescent to Clapham Road / Stockwell Stationbus 50
2. Take the subway from Stockwell station to Edgware stationsubway
3. Take the bus from Edgware Station to St Mary's Roadbus 142
2h 47m
£7–11

Croydon to Watford by train

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Distance: 24.7 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

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

Southern operates a train from Selhurst to Watford Junction hourly. Tickets cost £21–22 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 3 in around 2h 36m.

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