4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Eastbourne to Croydon
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eastbourne to Croydon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eastbourne to Croydon will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
It's difficult to get from Eastbourne to Croydon without transferring at least once.
SN064100 · G263404:36 PM1h38Eastbourne station (EBN)6:14 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$431One-way1 transfer- SN064300 · G263282:36 PM1h38Eastbourne station (EBN)4:14 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$431One-way1 transfer
- SN064400 · G263231:36 PM1h38Eastbourne station (EBN)3:14 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$431One-way1 transfer
- SN063900 · G263465:36 PM1h38Eastbourne station (EBN)7:14 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$431One-way1 transfer
- SN064500 · G2631712:36 PM1h38Eastbourne station (EBN)2:14 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$431One-way1 transfer
- SN076000 · G262948:41 AM1h33Eastbourne station (EBN)10:14 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$431One-way1 transfer
- SN064100 · G263404:36 PM1h38Eastbourne station (EBN)6:14 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$431One-way1 transfer
- SN064300 · G263282:36 PM1h38Eastbourne station (EBN)4:14 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$431One-way1 transfer
- SN064400 · G263231:36 PM1h38Eastbourne station (EBN)3:14 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$431One-way1 transfer
- SN063900 · G263465:36 PM1h38Eastbourne station (EBN)7:14 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$431One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Eastbourne to Croydon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eastbourne to Croydon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 45 miles (73 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (1h 14m by train vs 1h 34m by car). Tickets start at around $30 (€25) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Southern, Southern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Eastbourne to Croydon train times
The table below shows live departures for Eastbourne to Croydon trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SN065900 · W29113 · C82255 | 7:45 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 2h20 | 10:05 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eastbourne to Croydon
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Trains from Eastbourne to Croydon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (73 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 45 miles (73 km) |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Southern from Eastbourne to Croydon trainsSouthern trains will get you between Eastbourne and Croydon from $22 (€18). 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 Eastbourne to Croydon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne to 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 Croydon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Eastbourne to Croydon
Most Eastbourne to Croydon trains use the Eastbourne to East Croydon station pair, with some services arriving at Purley. Use this guide to compare Eastbourne and Croydon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Eastbourne station do trains to Croydon leave from?
Getting to Eastbourne from Eastbourne city centre
Eastbourne train station facilities and services
Eastbourne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Eastbourne.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Eastbourne. ATMs are available at Eastbourne.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eastbourne.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eastbourne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Eastbourne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eastbourne: 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. Assistance Meeting Point is on the concourse. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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.
Getting to Hampden Park from Eastbourne city centre
Hampden Park is 3 km from Eastbourne city centre. Public transport options include:
Hampden Park train station facilities and services
Hampden Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hampden Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Hampden Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hampden Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hampden Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hampden Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hampden Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing (below 400m distance). Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1 near the ticket office, Accessible taxis: Yes, 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.
Which Croydon station do trains from Eastbourne arrive at?
Getting to East Croydon from Croydon city centre
East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
East Croydon train station facilities and services
East Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at East Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at East Croydon. ATMs are available at East Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at East Croydon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Croydon: 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.
Getting to Purley from Croydon city centre
Purley is 5 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
Purley train station facilities and services
Purley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Purley.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Purley. ATMs are available at Purley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Purley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Purley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Purley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Purley: 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.
Getting to South Croydon from Croydon city centre
South Croydon is 2 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
South Croydon train station facilities and services
South Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at South Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at South Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at South Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Croydon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at South Croydon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Croydon: 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 the Ticket Office, 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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