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

The cheapest way to get from Stansted to Croydon is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Stansted to Croydon is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Stansted and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Stansted to Croydon station. However, there are services departing from Flagstone Paving and arriving at Delta Point / West Croydon Station via Bromley South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Stansted and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Stansted to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Longfield and arriving at East Croydon via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Stansted to Croydon?

The distance between Stansted and Croydon is 40 miles. The road distance is 22.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stansted to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £45 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Stansted to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Croydon bus from?

Stansted to Croydon bus services, operated by 1st Bus Stop, depart from Flagstone Paving station.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Croydon train from?

Stansted to Croydon train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Longfield station.

Train or bus from Stansted to Croydon?

The best way to get from Stansted to Croydon is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £45 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 223 bus and line 367 bus, which costs and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Stansted to Croydon bus arrive?

Stansted to Croydon bus services, operated by 1st Bus Stop, arrive at Station Road.

Where does the Stansted to Croydon train arrive?

Stansted to Croydon train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Stansted to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Stansted to Croydon is 22 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Stansted to Croydon.

Where can I stay near Croydon?

There are 19851+ hotels available in Croydon.

Stansted to Croydon - 6 ways to travel via train, line 223 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Stansted to Croydon by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Longfield to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to East Croydontrain London Victoria - Reigate / ...
1h 2m
£46–65
Drive 22.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stansted to Croydoncar 22.3 mi
37 min
£6–8
Line 223 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Labour-in-Vain Road to Station Roadbus 223
2. Take the train from Meopham to Bromley Southtrain
3. Take the bus from Bromley South Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl5
1h 44m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stansted to Croydontaxi 22.3 mi
37 min
£100–120
Line 223 bus, line 367 bus
1. Take the bus from Flagstone Paving to Station Roadbus 223
2. Take the bus from Bromley South Station to Delta Point / West Croydon Stationbus 367
2h 27m
Line 223 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Flagstone Paving to Barrack Rowbus 223
2. Take the train from Gravesend to London Blackfriarstrain Rainham / ...
2h 27m

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Distance: 39.3 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

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

You can take a vehicle from Stansted to East Croydon via Longfield and London Victoria in around 1h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Flagstone Paving to Delta Point / West Croydon Station via Station Road, Meopham, Bromley South, and Bromley South Station in around 2h 27m.

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