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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR)
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR) will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 6 trains that leave Brighton station (BTN) for East Croydon (ECR) on Thu, May 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 61 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 58 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.
W595108:26 AM0h55Brighton station (BTN)9:21 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$331One-way0 transfers- G844598:09 AM0h52Brighton station (BTN)9:01 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$331One-way0 transfers
- G844648:39 AM0h52Brighton station (BTN)9:31 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$331One-way0 transfers
- W595148:58 AM0h53Brighton station (BTN)9:51 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$331One-way0 transfers
P25520 · W604628:13 AM0h59Brighton station (BTN)9:12 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$401One-way1 transfer
- G844598:09 AM0h52Brighton station (BTN)9:01 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$331One-way0 transfers
- G844648:39 AM0h52Brighton station (BTN)9:31 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$331One-way0 transfers
- W595148:58 AM0h53Brighton station (BTN)9:51 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$331One-way0 transfers
- W595108:26 AM0h55Brighton station (BTN)9:21 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$331One-way0 transfers
- P25523 · W604678:43 AM0h58Brighton station (BTN)9:41 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$401One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Brighton station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 37 miles (61 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR):
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR) costing on average $24 (€19).
Other travel options to East Croydon (ECR) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 9m.
The journey is about 21m faster (51m by train vs 1h 12m by car) and roughly $11 (€9) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($24 (€19) vs $35 (€28)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Thameslink, Southern.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Brighton station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G84459 | 8:09 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h52 | 9:01 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P25520 · W60462 | 8:13 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h59 | 9:12 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 1 transfer | |
| W59510 | 8:26 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h55 | 9:21 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G84464 | 8:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h52 | 9:31 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P25523 · W60467 | 8:43 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h58 | 9:41 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 1 transfer | |
| W59514 | 8:58 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 0h53 | 9:51 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR)
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Trains from Brighton station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (61 km) distance in 44m.
Distance 37 miles (61 km) |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 6:39 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express from Brighton station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR) trainsThameslink, Southern, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Brighton station (BTN) and East Croydon (ECR) from $6 (€5). 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 station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR) 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 East Croydon (ECR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Brighton station (BTN) to East Croydon (ECR)
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
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on each platform
- Storage location: Station front, opposite Platform 6
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.
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