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How to get from South Croydon to Crystal Palace by bus?

From South Croydon to Crystal Palace by bus

To get from South Croydon to Crystal Palace in Crystal Palace, take the 468 bus from Swan & Sugar Loaf (G) station to Bedford Hall (K) station. Next, take the 157 bus from Bedford Hall (K) station to Crystal Palace Station (P) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is £1.75.

42min£1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 468468
Bus - 157157
Walk to Crystal Palace
Leaves from Swan & Sugar Loaf (G)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Swan & Sugar Loaf (G)
    ID G
    520 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 468468
    Wait for bus
    468
    Elephant & Castle
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bedford Hall (K)
    ID K
    9 min
  • 4
    Bus - 157157
    Wait for bus
    157
    Crystal Palace
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Crystal Palace Station (P)
    ID P
    23 min
  • 6
    Walk to Crystal Palace
    Walk to
    Crystal Palace
    Crystal Palace Station Road
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from South Croydon to Crystal Palace by bus via 403 and 157

To get from South Croydon to Crystal Palace in Crystal Palace, take the 403 bus from Croham Road (E) station to West Croydon Bus Station (B8) station. Next, take the 157 bus from West Croydon Bus Station (B1) station to Crystal Palace Station (P) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The ride fare is £1.75.

47min£1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 403403
Bus - 157157
Walk to Crystal Palace
Leaves from Croham Road (E)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Croham Road (E)
    ID E
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 403403
    Wait for bus
    403
    West Croydon
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    West Croydon Bus Station (B8)
    ID B8
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    West Croydon Bus Station (B1)
    ID B1
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 157157
    Wait for bus
    157
    Crystal Palace
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Crystal Palace Station (P)
    ID P
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to Crystal Palace
    Walk to
    Crystal Palace
    Crystal Palace Station Road
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from South Croydon to Crystal Palace
The distance between South Croydon, Crystal Palace and Crystal Palace, Crystal Palace is approximately 5.45 mi, which can typically be travelled in 42 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Croydon to Crystal Palace by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Crystal Palace – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to South Croydon

South Croydon is located at South Croydon, Crystal Palace and the nearest public transport station is Birdhurst Road / South Croydon Station (A).

Bus stations close to South Croydon:

  • Birdhurst Road / South Croydon Station (A)
  • Elmhurst School (AA)
  • Croham Road (E)
Public transport stations close to Crystal Palace, Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace is located at Crystal Palace Station Road, Crystal Palace and the nearest public transport station is Belvedere Road (N).

Train stations close to Crystal Palace:

  • Anerley
  • Sydenham
  • Crystal Palace

Bus stations close to Crystal Palace:

  • Belvedere Road (N)
  • Hamlet Road (T)
  • Hamlet Road (S)

Alternative route from South Croydon to Crystal Palace by bus via 403 and 157

To get from South Croydon to Crystal Palace in Crystal Palace, take the 403 bus from Croham Road (E) station to West Croydon Bus Station (B8) station. Next, take the 157 bus from West Croydon Bus Station (B1) station to Crystal Palace Station (P) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The ride fare is £1.75.

47min£1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 403403
Bus - 157157
Walk to Crystal Palace
Leaves from Croham Road (E)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Croham Road (E)
    ID E
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 403403
    Wait for bus
    403
    West Croydon
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    West Croydon Bus Station (B8)
    ID B8
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    West Croydon Bus Station (B1)
    ID B1
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 157157
    Wait for bus
    157
    Crystal Palace
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Crystal Palace Station (P)
    ID P
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to Crystal Palace
    Walk to
    Crystal Palace
    Crystal Palace Station Road
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers
  • What is the fastest way to get from South Croydon to Crystal Palace?

    The fastest way takes 42 minutes, using Bus line 468, Bus line 157.

  • What is the alternative route to get from South Croydon to Crystal Palace?

    The alternative route takes 47 minutes, using Bus line 403, Bus line 157.

  • Is there a direct bus between South Croydon and Crystal Palace?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 42 min.

  • Which bus line goes from South Croydon to Crystal Palace?

    The 468 bus line goes from Swan & Sugar Loaf (G) station near South Croydon in South Croydon to Elephant & Castle station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Elephant & Castle station near Crystal Palace in Crystal Palace.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Croydon to Crystal Palace by bus?

    The total travel time between South Croydon in South Croydon and Crystal Palace in Crystal Palace by bus is about 42 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near South Croydon to get to Crystal Palace?

    Get on the 468 bus from the Swan & Sugar Loaf (G) stop near South Croydon in South Croydon.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between South Croydon and Crystal Palace?

    Get off the bus at the Elephant & Castle stop, which is closest to Crystal Palace in Crystal Palace.

  • When is the last train from South Croydon to Crystal Palace?

    The last train from South Croydon in South Croydon to Crystal Palace in Crystal Palace is the Southern line. It leaves the South Croydon station at 00:21.

  • How much is the bus fare from South Croydon to Crystal Palace?

    The ride from South Croydon to Crystal Palace costs £1.75.

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