Cambridge to Croydon train

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Cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Croydon

Showing times and prices for Jan 20

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Croydon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

ThameslinkThameslink
03:54AM1h34
Cambridge
05:28AMCroydon
$331One-way
0 transfers
ThameslinkThameslink
03:17AM2h12
Cambridge
05:29AMCroydon
$331One-way
0 transfers
ThameslinkThameslink
04:23AM1h35
Cambridge
05:58AMCroydon
$461One-way
0 transfers
ThameslinkThameslink
07:23AM1h35
Cambridge
08:58AMCroydon
$461One-way
0 transfers
ThameslinkThameslink
04:53AM1h35
Cambridge
06:28AMCroydon
$461One-way
0 transfers

Cambridge to Croydon train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, January 20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
ThameslinkThameslink03:17AM Cambridge2h12 05:29AM Croydon0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkThameslink03:54AM Cambridge1h34 05:28AM Croydon0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkThameslink04:23AM Cambridge1h35 05:58AM Croydon0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkThameslink07:23AM Cambridge1h35 08:58AM Croydon0 transfersDirect
ThameslinkThameslink04:53AM Cambridge1h35 06:28AM Croydon0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Cambridge to Croydon

Showing times and prices for Jan 20

Fastest Journey

1 h 34 m

Average

1 h 42 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

92 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Cambridge for Croydon every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

ThameslinkThameslink
03:54AM1h34
Cambridge
05:28AMCroydon
$331One-way
0 transfers
ThameslinkThameslink
04:23AM1h35
Cambridge
05:58AMCroydon
$461One-way
0 transfers
ThameslinkThameslink
07:23AM1h35
Cambridge
08:58AMCroydon
$461One-way
0 transfers
ThameslinkThameslink
04:53AM1h35
Cambridge
06:28AMCroydon
$461One-way
0 transfers
ThameslinkThameslink
03:17AM2h12
Cambridge
05:29AMCroydon
$331One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cambridge to Croydon

Trains from Cambridge to Croydon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€30) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)
Distance
57 miles (92 km)
Average train duration
1h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
$33 (€30)
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
2
Train providers
2
Fastest train
1h 34m
First train
00:08
Last train
23:53
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)

Train providers: Thameslink and Great Northern from Cambridge to Croydon trains

Thameslink and Great Northern trains will get you to Croydon from Cambridge from $30 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Train information from Cambridge to Croydon with Thameslink:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 35 min
  • Cheapest Price: $32
  • Thameslink frequency: 16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Cambridge to Croydon

FAQs: Travel by train from Cambridge to Croydon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cambridge to Croydon.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Croydon can start from as little as $33 (€30) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cambridge to Croydon is $42 (€39); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Croydon from Cambridge is on average 1 h 34 min   for the 57 mile (92 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Cambridge and Croydon by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Cambridge to Croydon leaves at 12: 08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Cambridge to Croydon leaves at 11: 55 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Cambridge to Croydon without having to change trains with Thameslink. There are 2 direct trains from Cambridge to Croydon each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a train from Cambridge to Croydon, you can count on Thameslink or Great Northern for the best way to get you to Croydon. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Cambridge and Croydon and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 55 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Cambridge, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at East Croydon, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Croydon from Cambridge is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 34 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Cambridge to Croydon is February.
You have options as you can travel from Cambridge to Croydon 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Cambridge to Croydon

Cambridge
Croydon
The major train station for departures in Cambridge is Cambridge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cambridge for your trip from Cambridge to Croydon.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium Bay
Dining
Dining
  • Chicken Rush
  • Taj Tandoori
  • Prana
  • Fish n Chick n
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Crystal Hotel
  • Fenners Hotel
  • Tenison Towers
  • Railway Lodge
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
Public transit options for Cambridge
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Croydon is East Croydon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at East Croydon for your journey to Croydon from Cambridge.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Dining
Dining
  • AMT Coffee
  • Delice De France
  • Pret A Manger
  • Subway
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • EasyHotel Croydon
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms and covered waiting areas on each platform
Public transit options for East Croydon
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses pick up / drop off at the bus stop on Dingwall Road.

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