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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Croydon is to bus via West Croydon which costs £19 - £55 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Croydon is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £55 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at East Croydon via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Croydon?

The distance between Sunderland and Croydon is 279 miles. The road distance is 279.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Sunderland to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Croydon train from?

Sunderland to Croydon train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Sunderland station.

Train or bus from Sunderland to Croydon?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Croydon is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £60 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Sunderland to Croydon train arrive?

Sunderland to Croydon train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Croydon is 279 miles. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Sunderland to Croydon.

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

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

There are 18978+ hotels available in Croydon.

Sunderland to Croydon - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Sunderland to Croydon by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Sunderland to King's CrossSunderland - London Kings Cross
4h 8m
£56–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to London VictoriaUkn10 / ...
6h 17m
£20–56
Drive 277.5 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Croydon277.5 mi
5h 2m
£69–100
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from Farringdon to East Croydon
4h 26m
£78–264
Train via Stevenage
1. Take the train from Newcastle to StevenageNewcastle - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Stevenage to East CroydonCambridge - Brighton / ...
4h 57m
£67–163
Bus via West Croydon
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals436 / ...
8h 5m
£20–55
Fly Newcastle to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)NCL - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junction
5h 21m
£114–270
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)EDI - LCY
6h 3m
£107–363
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington
3. Take the train from Farringdon to East Croydon
6h 11m
£79–272

Sunderland to Croydon by train

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4h 8mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 277.3 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

Grand Central Trains operates a train from Sunderland to King's Cross every 4 hours. Tickets cost £45–100 and the journey takes 3h 35m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to London Victoria every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 5h 50m. National Express also services this route twice a week.

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