How to get from Croydon to Eltham Palace by bus?

From Croydon to Eltham Palace by bus

To get from Croydon to Eltham Palace in Eltham, take the 119 bus from East Croydon Bus Station (E1) station to Bromley Civic Centre (S) station. Next, take the 126 bus from Bromley Civic Centre (S) station to Royal Blackheath Golf Club (N) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The ride fare is £1.75.

80min£1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 119119
Bus - 126126
Walk to Eltham Palace
Leaves from East Croydon Bus Station (E1)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    East Croydon Bus Station (E1)
    ID E1
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 119119
    Wait for bus
    119
    Bromley North
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bromley Civic Centre (S)
    ID S
    37 min
  • 4
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Eltham, High Street
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Royal Blackheath Golf Club (N)
    ID N
    31 min
  • 6
    Walk to Eltham Palace
    Walk to
    Eltham Palace
    Court Yard
    610 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Croydon to Eltham Palace by bus via 119, 261 and 160

To get from Croydon to Eltham Palace in Eltham, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 119 bus from East Croydon Bus Station (E1) station to Bromley Civic Centre (S) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 261 bus and finally take the 160 bus from Baring Road (V) station to Kingsground / Eltham Palace Road (N) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The ride fare is £3.50.

82min£3.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 119119
Bus - 261261
Bus - 160160
Walk to Eltham Palace
Leaves from East Croydon Bus Station (E1)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    East Croydon Bus Station (E1)
    ID E1
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 119119
    Wait for bus
    119
    Bromley North
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bromley Civic Centre (S)
    ID S
    37 min
  • 4
    Bus - 261261
    Wait for bus
    261
    Lewisham Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St Mildreds Road (Q)
    ID Q
    19 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Baring Road (V)
    ID V
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 160160
    Wait for bus
    160
    Sidcup Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kingsground / Eltham Palace Road (N)
    ID N
    11 min
  • 9
    Walk to Eltham Palace
    Walk to
    Eltham Palace
    Court Yard
    550 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Croydon to Eltham Palace

The distance between Croydon, Eltham and Eltham Palace, Eltham is approximately 13.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Croydon to Eltham Palace by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Eltham – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Croydon

Croydon is located at Croydon, Eltham and the nearest public transport station is East Croydon Bus Station (E1).

Bus stations close to Croydon:

  • East Croydon Bus Station (E1)
  • East Croydon Bus Station (E2)
  • East Croydon

Public transport stations close to Eltham Palace, Eltham

Eltham Palace is located at Court Yard, Eltham and the nearest public transport station is Kingsground / Eltham Palace Road (S).

Train stations close to Eltham Palace:

  • Sundridge Park
  • Charlton
  • Westcombe Park

Bus stations close to Eltham Palace:

  • Kingsground / Eltham Palace Road (S)
  • Kingsground / Eltham Palace Road (N)
  • Royal Blackheath Golf Club (N)

DLR stations close to Eltham Palace:

  • Lewisham

Related Routes

Alternative route from Croydon to Eltham Palace by bus via 119, 261 and 160

To get from Croydon to Eltham Palace in Eltham, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 119 bus from East Croydon Bus Station (E1) station to Bromley Civic Centre (S) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 261 bus and finally take the 160 bus from Baring Road (V) station to Kingsground / Eltham Palace Road (N) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The ride fare is £3.50.

82min£3.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 119119
Bus - 261261
Bus - 160160
Walk to Eltham Palace
Leaves from East Croydon Bus Station (E1)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    East Croydon Bus Station (E1)
    ID E1
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 119119
    Wait for bus
    119
    Bromley North
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bromley Civic Centre (S)
    ID S
    37 min
  • 4
    Bus - 261261
    Wait for bus
    261
    Lewisham Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St Mildreds Road (Q)
    ID Q
    19 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Baring Road (V)
    ID V
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 160160
    Wait for bus
    160
    Sidcup Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kingsground / Eltham Palace Road (N)
    ID N
    11 min
  • 9
    Walk to Eltham Palace
    Walk to
    Eltham Palace
    Court Yard
    550 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Croydon to Eltham Palace?

    The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Bus line 119, Bus line 126.

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

    The alternative route takes 82 minutes, using Bus line 119, Bus line 261, Bus line 160.

  • Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Eltham Palace?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 20 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Croydon to Eltham Palace?

    The 119 bus line goes from East Croydon Bus Station (E1) station near Croydon in London to Bromley North station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Bromley North station near Eltham Palace in Eltham.

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

    The total travel time between Croydon in London and Eltham Palace in Eltham by bus is about 1 hr 20 min.

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

    Get on the 119 bus from the East Croydon Bus Station (E1) stop near Croydon in London.

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

    Get off the bus at the Bromley North stop, which is closest to Eltham Palace in Eltham.

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

    The ride from Croydon to Eltham Palace costs £1.75.

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