How to get from Woolwich to Croydon by bus and train?

From Woolwich to Croydon by bus and train

To get from Woolwich to Croydon in Croydon, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 161 bus from Gunner Lane (C) station to Vincent Road / Woolwich Arsenal Station (G) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SOUTHEASTERN train and finally take the THAMESLINK train from London Bridge station to East Croydon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min. The ride fare is £11.55.

66min£11.55
Walk to bus station
Bus - 161161
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - THAMESLINK
Walk to Croydon
Leaves from Gunner Lane (C)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gunner Lane (C)
    ID C
    50 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 161161
    Wait for bus
    161
    North Greenwich
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vincent Road / Woolwich Arsenal Station (G)
    ID G
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Woolwich Arsenal
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Cannon Street
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    23 min
  • 7
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Three Bridges
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    East Croydon
    12 min
  • 9
    Walk to Croydon
    Walk to
    Croydon
    Scarbrook Road
    930 m • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Woolwich to Croydon by bus and train via 161, SOUTHEASTERN and MILDMAY LINE

To get from Woolwich to Croydon in Croydon, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 161 bus from Gunner Lane (C) station to Vincent Road / Woolwich Arsenal Station (G) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SOUTHEASTERN train and finally take the MILDMAY LINE train from London Bridge station to East Croydon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The ride fare is £11.55.

71min£11.55
Walk to bus station
Bus - 161161
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - MILDMAY LINE
Walk to Croydon
Leaves from Gunner Lane (C)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gunner Lane (C)
    ID C
    50 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 161161
    Wait for bus
    161
    North Greenwich
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vincent Road / Woolwich Arsenal Station (G)
    ID G
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Woolwich Arsenal
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Cannon Street
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    23 min
  • 7
    Train - MILDMAY LINE
    Wait for train
    MILDMAY LINE
    Caterham
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    East Croydon
    18 min
  • 9
    Walk to Croydon
    Walk to
    Croydon
    Scarbrook Road
    930 m • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Woolwich to Croydon

The distance between Woolwich, Croydon and Croydon, Croydon is approximately 28.59 km, which can typically be travelled in 66 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Woolwich to Croydon by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Croydon – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Woolwich

Woolwich is located at Woolwich New Road, Croydon and the nearest public transport station is Herbert Road / Plumstead Common Road (WE).

Train stations close to Woolwich:

  • Woolwich
  • Woolwich Arsenal

Bus stations close to Woolwich:

  • Herbert Road / Plumstead Common Road (WE)
  • Gunner Lane (F)
  • Claydown Mews (E)

River Bus stations close to Woolwich:

  • Woolwich Arsenal Pier
  • Woolwich Ferry South Pier

DLR stations close to Woolwich:

  • Woolwich Arsenal

Public transport stations close to Croydon, Croydon

Croydon is located at Scarbrook Road, Croydon and the nearest public transport station is Park Lane / Fairfield Halls (KA).

Bus stations close to Croydon:

  • Park Lane / Fairfield Halls (KA)
  • Fairfield Halls (Z2)
  • Fairfield Halls (KC)

Related Routes

Alternative route from Woolwich to Croydon by bus and train via 161, SOUTHEASTERN and MILDMAY LINE

To get from Woolwich to Croydon in Croydon, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 161 bus from Gunner Lane (C) station to Vincent Road / Woolwich Arsenal Station (G) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SOUTHEASTERN train and finally take the MILDMAY LINE train from London Bridge station to East Croydon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The ride fare is £11.55.

71min£11.55
Walk to bus station
Bus - 161161
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - MILDMAY LINE
Walk to Croydon
Leaves from Gunner Lane (C)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gunner Lane (C)
    ID C
    50 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 161161
    Wait for bus
    161
    North Greenwich
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vincent Road / Woolwich Arsenal Station (G)
    ID G
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Woolwich Arsenal
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    London Cannon Street
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    23 min
  • 7
    Train - MILDMAY LINE
    Wait for train
    MILDMAY LINE
    Caterham
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    East Croydon
    18 min
  • 9
    Walk to Croydon
    Walk to
    Croydon
    Scarbrook Road
    930 m • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Woolwich to Croydon?

    The fastest way takes 66 minutes, using Bus line 161, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line THAMESLINK.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Woolwich to Croydon?

    The alternative route takes 71 minutes, using Bus line 161, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line MILDMAY LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Woolwich and Croydon?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 6 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Woolwich to Croydon?

    The 161 bus line goes from Gunner Lane (C) station near Woolwich in Woolwich to North Greenwich station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till North Greenwich station near Croydon in Croydon.

  • How long does it take to travel from Woolwich to Croydon by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Woolwich in Woolwich and Croydon in Croydon by bus and train is about 1 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Woolwich to get to Croydon?

    Get on the 161 bus from the Gunner Lane (C) stop near Woolwich in Woolwich.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Woolwich and Croydon?

    Get off the bus at the North Greenwich station, which is closest to Croydon in Croydon.

  • How much is the bus fare from Woolwich to Croydon?

    The ride from Woolwich to Croydon costs £11.55.