What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Croydon?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Croydon is to bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Croydon?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Croydon is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Croydon station. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at West Croydon Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Croydon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Selhurst. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Croydon?

The distance between Watford Junction and Croydon is 25 miles. The road distance is 26.3 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Croydon without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £15 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Croydon?

The train from Watford Junction to Selhurst takes 1h 2m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Croydon bus from?

Watford Junction to Croydon bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Croydon train from?

Watford Junction to Croydon train services, operated by Southern, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Croydon?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Croydon is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £15 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £7 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Croydon bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Croydon bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Croydon train arrive?

Watford Junction to Croydon train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Selhurst station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Croydon is 26 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Watford Junction to Croydon.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Croydon?

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

There are 19447+ hotels available in Croydon.

Watford Junction to Croydon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Watford Junction to Croydon by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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 Watford Junction to Selhursttrain Watford Junction - East Croydon
1h 2m
£15–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
2h 39m
£5–7
Drive 26.2 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Croydoncar 26.2 mi
1h 1m
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watford Junction to Croydontaxi 26.2 mi
1h 1m
£140–180
Line 142 bus, subway, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Edgware Bus Stationbus 142
2. Take the subway from Edgware station to Clapham Commonsubway
3. Take the bus from Clapham Common to Hogarth Crescentbus 50
2h 41m
£7–11

Watford Junction to Croydon by train

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Distance: 24.7 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Croydon, England?

Southern operates a train from Watford Junction to Selhurst hourly. Tickets cost £15–22 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watford Junction station to West Croydon Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 2h 39m.

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