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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR)
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 22
Cheapest price on Oct 22
$11
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$11
Fastest journey on Oct 22
15 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
15 m
Trains on Oct 22
35
Distance
25 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Fast trains
On Thu, Oct 22, we found 35 trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR), including 35 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 22 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
On Thu, Oct 22 the slowest trains will take 15 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.
W329416:02 AM0h31Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:33 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$111One-way0 transfers- W453986:16 AM0h15Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:31 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$111One-way0 transfers
- W454206:06 AM0h15Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:21 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$111One-way0 transfers
- W328706:19 AM0h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:45 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$111One-way0 transfers
- W328748:19 AM0h26Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:45 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$111One-way0 transfers
- W453986:16 AM0h15Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:31 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$111One-way0 transfers
- W454206:06 AM0h15Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:21 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$111One-way0 transfers
- W454358:16 AM0h15Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:31 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$111One-way0 transfers
- W456028:06 AM0h15Gatwick Airport (GTW)8:21 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$111One-way0 transfers
- W4547412:46 PM0h15Gatwick Airport (GTW)1:01 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$111One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 15 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 14m.
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
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€9) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 12:45 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR).
Train ticket prices from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $10 (€9), while the average price is around $11 (€9).
The train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) takes 14m and runs 15 per day.
The first train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) leaves at 12:45 AM.
The distance by train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) is 15 miles (25 km).
The last train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) leaves at 11:42 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR). This service operates 15 times per day, provided by Southern, Thameslink.
Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) trains for today, Wednesday, October 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G26332 | On time 5:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h16 | 5:18 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32955 | 5:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h31 | 5:33 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G28272 | 5:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 5:21 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26228_C82433 | 5:13 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 5:28 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45429 | On time 5:16 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 5:31 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32929 | 5:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 5:45 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45380 | On time 5:23 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 5:38 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26445 | On time 5:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 5:41 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C82881 | On time 5:32 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h16 | 5:48 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32956 | 5:32 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h31 | 6:03 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45417 | On time 5:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 5:51 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26233_C82437 | 5:43 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 5:58 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45390 | On time 5:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 6:01 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32923 | 5:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 6:15 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26449 | On time 5:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 6:11 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32954 | 6:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h31 | 6:33 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26338 | On time 6:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h16 | 6:18 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45611 | 6:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 6:21 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26237_C82443 | 6:13 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 6:28 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45404 | 6:16 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 6:31 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32920 | 6:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 6:45 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26452 | On time 6:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 6:41 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C82891 | On time 6:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h19 | 6:48 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32965 | 6:32 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h31 | 7:03 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45526 | 6:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 6:51 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C82622_C82448 | 6:43 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 6:58 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45388 | On time 6:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 7:01 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32924 | 6:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 7:15 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26456 | On time 6:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 7:11 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32961 | 7:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h31 | 7:33 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26344 | 7:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h16 | 7:18 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45599 | 7:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 7:21 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26245_C82454 | 7:13 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 7:28 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45400 | 7:16 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 7:31 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32912 | 7:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 7:45 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26459 | On time 7:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 7:41 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32967 | 7:32 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h31 | 8:03 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26347 | 7:32 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h16 | 7:48 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45552 | On time 7:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 7:51 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26251_G26140 | 7:43 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 7:58 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45475 | 7:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 8:01 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32913 | 7:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 8:15 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26462 | 7:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 8:11 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26351 | 8:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h16 | 8:18 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45496 | 8:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h31 | 8:33 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45572 | 8:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 8:21 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26255_C82464 | 8:13 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 8:28 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32918 | On time 8:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 8:45 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26487 | 8:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 8:41 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C82912 | 8:32 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h16 | 8:48 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45381 | 8:32 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h31 | 9:03 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45540 | On time 8:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 8:51 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C82642_C82468 | 8:43 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 8:58 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45469 | 8:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 9:01 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26363 | 10:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h16 | 10:18 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45543 | On time 10:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 10:21 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C82486 | On time 10:13 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 10:28 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32935 | 10:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 10:45 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26481 | 10:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 10:41 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C82933 | 10:32 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h16 | 10:48 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45466 | 10:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 11:01 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32936 | 10:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 11:15 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26483 | 10:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 11:11 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26370 | 11:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h16 | 11:18 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45550 | On time 11:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 11:21 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G88184_C82943 | 11:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h19 | 11:45 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45629 | 11:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h19 | 11:53 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45622 | 11:35 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 12:08 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26113 | 11:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h25 | 12:20 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 22 | |||||
| W45636 | 12:01 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h24 | 12:25 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45643 | On time 12:42 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h27 | 1:09 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45633 | On time 1:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h24 | 2:09 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45624 | On time 2:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h24 | 3:09 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45635 | 3:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h24 | 4:09 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45614 | 4:20 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h20 | 4:40 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32953 | 4:41 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h27 | 5:08 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32962 | 5:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h21 | 5:40 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C93309 | 5:27 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h33 | 6:00 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32972 | 5:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h31 | 6:03 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26149 | 5:38 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 5:53 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32941 | 6:02 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h31 | 6:33 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45420 | 6:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 6:21 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26151 | 6:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 6:28 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45398 | 6:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 6:31 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32870 | 6:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 6:45 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G77119_C93201 | 6:22 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h37 | 6:59 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45601 | 8:01 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h32 | 8:33 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26282 | 8:02 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h16 | 8:18 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45602 | 8:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 8:21 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C82344 | 8:13 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 8:28 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45435 | 8:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 8:31 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32874 | 8:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 8:45 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45474 | 12:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 1:01 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32931 | 12:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 1:15 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26414 | 12:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 1:11 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26310 | 1:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h16 | 1:18 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32950 | 1:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h31 | 1:33 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45372 | 1:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 1:21 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32975 | 3:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h31 | 3:33 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26321 | 3:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h16 | 3:18 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32978 | 3:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 3:21 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C82413 | 3:13 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 3:28 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45433 | 3:16 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h15 | 3:31 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G28261 | 3:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h26 | 3:45 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Southern
About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
14m
Cheapest Southern Price
$10 (€9)
Southern frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
Thameslink
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
14m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
$10 (€9)
Thameslink frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and East Croydon (ECR)
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
There is no high speed train available from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR).
Yes, there is a direct train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR). This service operates 15 times per day, provided by Southern, Thameslink.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR).
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
FAQs: Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) 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 Croydon (ECR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $10 (€9), while the average price is around $11 (€9).
The train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) takes 14m and runs 15 per day.
The first train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) leaves at 12:45 AM.
The distance by train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) is 15 miles (25 km).
The last train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) leaves at 11:42 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR).
Yes, there is a direct train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR). This service operates 15 times per day, provided by Southern, Thameslink.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR).
The train journey from Gatwick Airport to East Croydon is primarily focused on urban and suburban landscapes rather than scenic views, with sights of residential areas and city infrastructure.
Yes, you can take the train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR).
Popular day trips by train from East Croydon (ECR) include Brighton, Oxted, Haywards Heath, Stevenage, Redhill.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR)
Most Gatwick Airport (GTW) to East Croydon (ECR) trains use the London Bridge to East Croydon station pair. Use this guide to compare Gatwick Airport (GTW) and East Croydon (ECR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Croydon
East CroydonEast Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF
City-centre transport
Getting to East Croydon from Croydon city centre
East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
BusN68 · 11m · $3 · every ~2 min
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.
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