Cities Near Croydon
Cities near Croydon, UK: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Brixton, Redhill, Bexley. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Croydon, UK is Brixton, about 6 mi (9 km) away — roughly 19 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brixton | 6 mi / 9 km | 19 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Redhill | 10 mi / 17 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bexley | 11 mi / 18 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Acton | 12 mi / 19 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Esher | 12 mi / 19 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Becontree | 15 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Enfield Town | 19 mi / 30 km | 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Crawley | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Grays | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Woking | 20 mi / 33 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Croydon
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Brixton, Redhill, Bexley, Acton, Esher. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Croydon include Brixton, Redhill, Bexley, Acton, Esher. The closest is Brixton, about 6 miles (9 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.