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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Croydon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £86.
Distance: 189 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price | £37 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Nottingham to Croydon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Croydon:
A coach is £67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Croydon costing on average £86.
Other travel options to Croydon take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 0m.
Tickets start at around £20 compared to roughly £37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £17. The journey takes 3h 30m versus 3h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Croydon from Nottingham by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Nottingham to Croydon is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Croydon are London, Brighton, Oxford, Canterbury and Cambridge. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Croydon on Omio.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Nottingham to Croydon.
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Croydon:
A coach is £67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Croydon costing on average £86.
Other travel options to Croydon take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 0m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nottingham and Croydon as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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