The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP)
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 2 trains that leave East Croydon (ECR) for Preston Park (PRP) on Thu, May 07, 2 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 59 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 50 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.
4:35 PM0h42East Croydon (ECR)5:17 PMPreston Park (PRP)$211One-way0 transfers
4:19 PM0h50East Croydon (ECR)5:09 PMPreston Park (PRP)$271One-way0 transfers
4:35 PM0h42East Croydon (ECR)5:17 PMPreston Park (PRP)$211One-way0 transfers
4:19 PM0h50East Croydon (ECR)5:09 PMPreston Park (PRP)$271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 36 miles (59 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP):
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) costing on average $24 (€19).
Other travel options to Preston Park (PRP) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 15m.
The journey is about 20m faster (48m by train vs 1h 8m by car) and roughly $89 (€71) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($24 (€19) vs $112 (€90)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) train times
The table below shows live departures for East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) 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 |
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![]() | 4:19 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0h50 | 5:09 PM Preston Park (PRP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:35 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0h42 | 5:17 PM Preston Park (PRP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) by train or bus
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Why should you book East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Southern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP).
Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP)
Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:49, the last at 20:49. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 42m.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 6:49 AM |
Last train 8:49 PM |
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Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and Preston Park (PRP) from $8 (€6). 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 East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP) 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 Preston Park (PRP), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from East Croydon (ECR) to Preston Park (PRP)
- 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, 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
