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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Croydon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 214 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£63 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Croydon:
A coach is £39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Croydon costing on average £63.
Other travel options to Croydon take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 20m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (3h 10m by train vs 3h 24m by car). Tickets start at around £63 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Croydon are Brighton, London, Oxford, Cambridge and Canterbury. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Croydon on Omio.
Brighton is a lively seaside city known for its pebble beach, Victorian pier and the Royal Pavilion. Its bohemian lanes, independent shops and strong arts scene give it a relaxed but energetic character.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.
Cambridge is a historic university city on the River Cam, known for its colleges and punting. Its compact centre, museums and green spaces give it an academic yet lively feel.
Canterbury is best known for its cathedral, medieval streets and long role in English religious history. Its compact centre mixes historic buildings with a lively student atmosphere, independent shops and riverside walks.
Travel to Croydon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Croydon.
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Croydon:
A coach is £39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Croydon costing on average £63.
Other travel options to Croydon take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 20m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cardiff and Croydon as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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