The cheapest and fastest trains from Croydon to East Preston
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Croydon to East Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Croydon to East Preston will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 4 trains that leave Croydon for East Preston on Fri, Nov 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 69 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Croydon to East Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Croydon to East Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €41, and a bus costs an average of €45.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€44 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Croydon to East Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Croydon to East Preston trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:28 AM Croydon | 4h05 | 4:33 AM East Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:07 AM Croydon | 1h58 | 6:05 AM East Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:28 AM Croydon | 1h44 | 6:12 AM East Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:53 AM Croydon | 1h49 | 6:42 AM East Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Croydon to East Preston
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:12 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Croydon to East Preston start from as low as $51 (€41) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $54 (€44) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Southern from Croydon to East Preston trainsSouthern trains will get you between Croydon and East Preston from $51 (€41). 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 Croydon to East Preston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Croydon to East Preston 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 Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Croydon to East Preston
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:05 Saturday 05:55 - 20:25 Sunday 08:00 - 16:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 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
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3 and 4/5
- National key toilets: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting rooms on platform 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. The waiting room on platform 6 has one small step to access. Seating is also available on platforms 3, 4, 5 and 6
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:15 Saturday 06:25 - 20:15 Sunday 08:10 - 17:45
- Type of shops available: News agent High street shops
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: B2 station category. Step free access available for platform 1 and 3 using the London Road car park entrance . This side gate is kept locked but has help buttons to request use. Step-free access via separate entrance to platform 4 (to Sutton).
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop B5 in Station Road Due to ongoing works, the stops for Rail Replacement bus services at West Croydon bus station are subject to regular change. Please check with local staff if intending to use this service.
- Metro: London Trams (formerly Tramlink) services to Elmers End, Beckenham Junction and New Addington via East Croydon
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:35 Saturday 06:40 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Sainsbury's Cafe
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via side gates. Access between platforms via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the front of the station by the ticket machine.
- 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 is a heated waiting area on platform 1
- Storage location: Platform 2 and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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