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Museum of Croydon
Museum and visitor centre at Britain’s first purpose-built airport, showcasing pioneering aviation history in the original terminal buildings.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bognor Regis to Croydon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 32m by train vs 1h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $25 compared to roughly $21 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Southern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Bognor Regis to Croydon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:24, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 1:24 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 3 days |
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Museum and visitor centre at Britain’s first purpose-built airport, showcasing pioneering aviation history in the original terminal buildings.
Compact local museum telling Croydon’s story through art, objects, and archives, with engaging displays on people, design, and everyday life.
Artist-run gallery and studios in South Norwood presenting contemporary exhibitions, workshops, and community projects with a strong local following.
Large landscaped park with lakes, gardens, and a manor house museum, ideal for walks, family outings, and a break from the urban centre.
One of Croydon’s best-loved parks, known for lakes, mature trees, and broad open spaces that make it excellent for peaceful everyday walking.
Nature reserve and walking area with scenic ponds and woodland, offering a quieter side of Croydon and good birdwatching opportunities.
Pie and mash is a South London staple: minced beef pie with mashed potato and parsley liquor, long linked to working-class eating in nearby London districts.
Jellied eels are a historic Thames-side dish, served cold in savoury jelly. They are a classic traditional food of Greater London and old East End markets.
Fish and chips is a beloved British takeaway of battered fried fish with chips, widely eaten in Croydon and across London as a classic comfort meal.
Refined modern British dining in a polished setting, known for seasonal tasting and à la carte menus from a respected local fine dining team.
Stylish independent restaurant serving creative small plates and modern European dishes in central Croydon with a lively yet relaxed atmosphere.
Popular gastropub in South Croydon serving British pub classics, Sunday roasts and drinks in a friendly, traditional local setting.
Moderate for Greater London: hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local transit and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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East Croydon -> Centrale Shopping Centre, Croydon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bognor Regis to Croydon by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Croydon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bognor Regis to Croydon trains use the Bognor Regis to East Croydon station pair, with some services arriving at Purley. Use this guide to compare Bognor Regis and Croydon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bognor Regis has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bognor Regis.
Wi-Fi is available at Bognor Regis.
Ticket office support is available at Bognor Regis.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bognor Regis: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bognor Regis: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bognor Regis: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is by the gateline, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
East Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at East Croydon.
Wi-Fi is available at East Croydon. ATMs are available at East Croydon.
Ticket office support is available at East Croydon.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at East Croydon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at East Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at East Croydon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Purley is 5 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
Purley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Purley.
Wi-Fi is available at Purley. ATMs are available at Purley.
Ticket office support is available at Purley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Purley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Purley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Purley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 6 above the waiting room, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
South Croydon is 2 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
South Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at South Croydon.
Wi-Fi is available at South Croydon.
Ticket office support is available at South Croydon.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at South Croydon: Parking, WC.
Available at South Croydon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at South Croydon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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