4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Epsom to Croydon
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Epsom to Croydon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Epsom to Croydon will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Epsom for Croydon on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 35 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.
6:30 PM0h35Epsom7:05 PMCroydon$81One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 PM0h35Epsom7:05 PMCroydon$81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Epsom to Croydon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Epsom to Croydon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Epsom to Croydon:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Epsom to Croydon costing on average $18 (€15).
Other travel options to Croydon take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 20m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (24m by train vs 35m by car). Tickets start at around $8 (€7) compared to roughly $4 (€4) 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.
Compare prices and tickets Epsom to Croydon by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Epsom to Croydon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Epsom to Croydon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 24m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Southern from Epsom to Croydon trainsSouthern trains will get you between Epsom and Croydon from $5 (€4). 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 Epsom to Croydon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Epsom 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 Epsom to Croydon
Most Epsom to Croydon trains use the Epsom to West Croydon station pair, with some services arriving at East Croydon. Use this guide to compare Epsom and Croydon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Epsom station do trains to Croydon leave from?
Getting to Epsom from Epsom city centre
Epsom train station facilities and services
Epsom 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, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Epsom.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Epsom. ATMs are available at Epsom.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Epsom.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Epsom: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Epsom: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Epsom: 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 via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is on the 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 Tattenham Corner from Epsom city centre
Tattenham Corner is 3 km from Epsom city centre. Public transport options include:
Tattenham Corner train station facilities and services
Tattenham Corner has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tattenham Corner.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Tattenham Corner.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tattenham Corner.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tattenham Corner: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tattenham Corner: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tattenham Corner: 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 outside the booking hall on the car park side. 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: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Epsom Downs from Epsom city centre
Epsom Downs is 2 km from Epsom city centre. Public transport options include:
Epsom Downs train station facilities and services
Epsom Downs has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Epsom Downs.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Epsom Downs: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Epsom Downs: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Epsom Downs: Staff help available: No, 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 under the canopy above the Help Point, 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Croydon station do trains from Epsom arrive at?
Getting to West Croydon from Croydon city centre
West Croydon train station facilities and services
West Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at West Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at West Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at West Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at West Croydon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at West Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West Croydon: 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.
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.
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