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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Croydon is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Croydon is to train which takes 14 min and costs £7 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Povey Cross Road East and arriving at Fairfield Halls via Redhill Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Croydon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at East Croydon. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Gatwick to Croydon?

The distance between Gatwick and Croydon is 16 miles. The road distance is 17.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs £7 - £8.

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

The train from Gatwick Airport to East Croydon takes 14 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Croydon bus from?

Gatwick to Croydon bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Povey Cross Road East station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Croydon train from?

Gatwick to Croydon train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Croydon?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Croydon is to train which takes 14 min and costs £7 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 100 bus and line 405 bus, which costs £5 - £6 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Gatwick to Croydon bus arrive?

Gatwick to Croydon bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Redhill Bus Station.

Where does the Gatwick to Croydon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Croydon is 17 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Gatwick to Croydon.

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

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

There are 19402+ hotels available in Croydon.

Gatwick to Croydon - 4 ways to travel via train, line 100 bus, and line 405 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick to Croydon by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to East CroydonBrighton - Cambridge / ...
14 min
£7–8
Line 100 bus, line 405 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Povey Cross Road East to Redhill Bus Station100
2. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Fairfield Halls405
1h 32m
£5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick to Croydon17 mi
34 min
£100–120
Drive 17 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Croydon17 mi
34 min
£5–6

Gatwick to Croydon by train

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Distance: 16 mi
Duration: 14 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from Gatwick Airport to East Croydon every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 14 min. Southern also services this route every 15 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Povey Cross Road East to Fairfield Halls via Redhill Bus Station in around 1h 32m.

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