4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to South Croydon
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to South Croydon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to South Croydon will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton for South Croydon on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:14 PM1h01Brighton6:15 PMSouth Croydon€311One-way0 transfers
- 5:14 PM1h01Brighton6:15 PMSouth Croydon€311One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to South Croydon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Brighton to South Croydon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 35 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Brighton to South Croydon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to South 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 South Croydon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton to South Croydon
Most Brighton to South Croydon trains use the Brighton to Sanderstead station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and South Croydon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to South Croydon leave from?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: 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 the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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.
Which South Croydon station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
Getting to Sanderstead from South Croydon city centre
Sanderstead is 1 km from South Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
Sanderstead train station facilities and services
Sanderstead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sanderstead.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sanderstead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sanderstead.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sanderstead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sanderstead: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sanderstead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Long access route between platforms via street, steep in places (over 400m and gradient above 1:10). Assistance Meeting Point is between the toilets on platform 1, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Most popular train connections from Brighton
Most popular trains to and from South Croydon and Brighton
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