4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to South Croydon
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 9 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 $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton for South Croydon on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Brighton to South Croydon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to South Croydon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 36 miles (59 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€29 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Brighton to South Croydon train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to South Croydon trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:22 AM Brighton | 1h30 | 10:52 AM South Croydon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:16 PM Brighton | 1h12 | 6:28 PM South Croydon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
| 4:06 AM Brighton | 1h09 | 5:15 AM South Croydon | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Thameslink as well as Gatwick Express and Southern offer trains services from Brighton to South Croydon. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Brighton to South Croydon.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Brighton to South Croydon.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to South Croydon
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Trains from Brighton to South Croydon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:47 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern from Brighton to South Croydon trainsThameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern trains will get you between Brighton and South Croydon from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 19:10 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
- Car Park: No
- 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 outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2.
- 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: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 2 and 3
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 00:10 Saturday 05:50 - 23:35 Sunday 07:40 - 23:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platform 1, Left of the Booking Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting area is available on the concourse and shelters on both platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: To right of station building
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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