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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Croydon is to bus which costs £40 - £190 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Croydon is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs £50 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at London Victoria via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at East Croydon via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Croydon?

The distance between Edinburgh and Croydon is 406 miles. The road distance is 384.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £140 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Edinburgh to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Croydon bus from?

Edinburgh to Croydon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Croydon train from?

Edinburgh to Croydon train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Croydon?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Croydon is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £140 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £190 and takes 8h 32m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Croydon bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Croydon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Croydon train arrive?

Edinburgh to Croydon train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Croydon is 384 miles. It takes approximately 7h 23m to drive from Edinburgh to Croydon.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Croydon?

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

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Edinburgh to Croydon - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and subway

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There are 11 ways to get from Edinburgh to Croydon by train, bus, car, plane, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Crosstrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 40m
£140–199
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to London Victoriabus Ukxn10 / ...
8h 32m
£43–185
Drive 382.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Croydoncar 382.2 mi
7h 23m
£93–135
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EDI - LGW
3h 23m
£52–146
Train via Clapham North & High Street Stations
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to London Eustontrain Edinburgh - London Euston
7h 11m
£125–257
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
2. Take the train from London Bridge to East Croydontrain
3h 50m
£92–324
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from Farringdon to East Croydontrain
4h 7m
£88–288
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to East Croydontrain
4h 4m
£58–180
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, subway, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
2. Take the subway from Tottenham Hale Station to Victoria stationsubway
3. Take the train from London Victoria to East Croydontrain
4h 17m
£56–178
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane GLA - LCY
4h 31m
£89–386
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to London Eustontrain
4h 52m
£72–198

Edinburgh to Croydon by train

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4h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 403.6 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Croydon, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to London Victoria every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 8h 5m. National Express also services this route 5 times a week.

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