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

The cheapest way to get from Dunstable to Croydon is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunstable to Croydon is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £20 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dunstable and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunstable to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Hogarth Crescent via Airport Bus Station, Marble Arch Station / Park Lane and Rothschild Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Dunstable and Croydon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leagrave and arriving at East Croydon. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Dunstable to Croydon?

The distance between Dunstable and Croydon is 46 miles. The road distance is 45.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunstable to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £20 - £55.

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

The train from Leagrave to East Croydon takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dunstable to Croydon bus from?

Dunstable to Croydon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Airport Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dunstable to Croydon train from?

Dunstable to Croydon train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Leagrave station.

Train or bus from Dunstable to Croydon?

The best way to get from Dunstable to Croydon is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £20 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Dunstable to Croydon bus arrive?

Dunstable to Croydon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Marble Arch station.

Where does the Dunstable to Croydon train arrive?

Dunstable to Croydon train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from Dunstable to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunstable to Croydon is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Dunstable to Croydon.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Dunstable to Croydon by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Leagrave to East CroydonBedford - Brighton / ...
1h 10m
£20–55
Drive 44.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dunstable to Croydon44.8 mi
1h 15m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Marble ArchA1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Marble Arch Station / Park Lane to Ernest AvenueN2
3h 24m
£18–31
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunstable to Croydon44.8 mi
1h 15m
£240–290
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Quadrant to Luton Station InterchangeCs1 / ...
2. Take the train from Luton to East CroydonBedford - Brighton / ...
1h 54m
£25–38

Dunstable to Croydon by train

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Distance: 45.7 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

Thameslink operates a train from Leagrave to East Croydon every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £20–55 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to Hogarth Crescent via Airport Bus Station, Marble Arch, Marble Arch Station / Park Lane, Ernest Avenue, and Rothschild Street in around 3h 24m.

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