What is the cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle?

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle is to train and bus which takes 48 min and costs £14 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Elephant & Castle / London Rd via Black Boy PH and Marble Arch Station / Park Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Elephant and Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Harpenden and arriving at Elephant & Castle. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle?

The distance between Harpenden and Elephant and Castle is 28 miles. The road distance is 27.6 miles.

How do I travel from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle without a car is to train and bus which takes 48 min and costs £14 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle?

It takes approximately 48 min to get from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Elephant and Castle bus from?

Harpenden to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Old Cock Inn station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Elephant and Castle train from?

Harpenden to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Harpenden station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle is to line 321 bus and line 757 bus and line 148 bus which takes 2h 20m and costs £11 - £15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £13 - £14 and takes 54 min.

Where does the Harpenden to Elephant and Castle bus arrive?

Harpenden to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Black Boy PH station.

Where does the Harpenden to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

Harpenden to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Elephant & Castle station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Elephant and Castle is 28 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle?

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Where can I stay near Elephant and Castle?

There are 20121+ hotels available in Elephant and Castle.

Harpenden to Elephant and Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Harpenden to FarringdonBedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the bus from Farringdon Station to Elephant & Castle / London Rd40
48 min
£15–48
Drive 27.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle27.4 mi
57 min
£7–10
Line 321 bus, line 757 bus, line 148 bus
1. Take the bus from Old Cock Inn to Black Boy PH321
2. Take the bus from Black Boy PH to Marble Arch757
3. Take the bus from Marble Arch Station / Park Lane to Elephant & Castle / London Rd148
2h 20m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harpenden to Elephant and Castle27.4 mi
57 min
£110–140
Train
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Elephant & CastleLuton - Sutton / ...
54 min
£13–14

Harpenden to Elephant and Castle by train and bus

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Distance: 28 mi
Duration: 48 min

What companies run services between Harpenden, England and Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England?

You can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Elephant & Castle / London Rd via Black Boy PH, Marble Arch, and Marble Arch Station / Park Lane in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, Thameslink operates a train from Harpenden to Elephant & Castle hourly. Tickets cost £13–14 and the journey takes 54 min.

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