What is the cheapest way to get from Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath?

The cheapest way to get from Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath is to line 289 bus and line 198 bus which costs £3 and takes 48 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath?

The fastest way to get from Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs £20 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Elmers End (Station) and Thornton Heath?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Harrington Road South Norwood and arriving at Thornton Heath Clock Tower. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

Is there a direct train between Elmers End (Station) and Thornton Heath?

No, there is no direct train from Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath. However, there are services departing from Elmers End Tram Stop and arriving at Thornton Heath via East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath?

The distance between Elmers End (Station) and Thornton Heath is 3 miles.

How do I travel from Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath without a car?

The best way to get from Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath without a car is to line 130 bus which takes 32 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath?

The line 130 bus from Harrington Road South Norwood to Thornton Heath Clock Tower takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath bus from?

Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Harrington Road South Norwood station.

Where do I catch the Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath train from?

Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath train services, operated by London Tramlink, depart from Elmers End Tram Stop station.

Where does the Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath bus arrive?

Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Thornton Heath Clock Tower station.

Where does the Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath train arrive?

Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath train services, operated by London Tramlink, arrive at East Croydon Tram Stop station.

How do I get a train ticket from Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath?

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Where can I stay near Thornton Heath?

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Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath - 6 ways to travel via train

There are 6 ways to get from Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath by bus, tram, train, taxi, or foot

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Line 130 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Harrington Road South Norwood to Thornton Heath Clock Tower130
32 min
Line 289 bus, line 198 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elmers End Interchange to West Croydon Station289
2. Take the bus from West Croydon Station to Thornton Heath Clock Tower198
48 min
£3
Tram, line 50 bus
1. Take the tram from Elmers End Tram Stop to George Street Tram StopTram
2. Take the bus from Fairfield Halls to Thornton Heath Station50 / ...
34 min
£5–6
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Elmers End Tram Stop to East Croydon Tram StopTram
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Thornton HeathEast Croydon - London Bridge / ...
34 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath2.8 mi
7 min
£20–25
Walk
1. Take the foot from Elmers End (Station) to Thornton Heath2.7 mi
51 min

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Distance: 2.9 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Elmers End (Station), England and Thornton Heath, England?

Abellio London operates a bus from Harrington Road South Norwood to Thornton Heath Clock Tower every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 13 min.

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