The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to East Croydon (ECR)
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) 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 Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to East Croydon (ECR) will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 3 trains that leave Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) for East Croydon (ECR) on Sun, Jun 21, 3 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 29 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.
8:38 AM1h10Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)9:48 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$91One-way0 transfers
2:53 PM1h10Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)4:03 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$91One-way0 transfers
3:26 PM0h50Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)4:16 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$91One-way0 transfers
3:26 PM0h50Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)4:16 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$91One-way0 transfers
8:38 AM1h10Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)9:48 AMEast Croydon (ECR)$91One-way0 transfers
2:53 PM1h10Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW)4:03 PMEast Croydon (ECR)$91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to East Croydon (ECR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to East Croydon (ECR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. 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 train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 18 miles (29 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to East Croydon (ECR):
A train is $1 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to East Croydon (ECR) costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to East Croydon (ECR) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 18m.
The journey is about 1h 8m faster (48m by train vs 1h 56m by car) and roughly $17 (€14) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($8 (€7) vs $25 (€21)). 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.
Direct services run with Southern, Southern.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to East Croydon (ECR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to East Croydon (ECR) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:38 AM Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 1h10 | 9:48 AM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:53 PM Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 1h10 | 4:03 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:26 PM Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) | 0h50 | 4:16 PM East Croydon (ECR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to East Croydon (ECR)
Trains from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to East Croydon (ECR) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 18 miles (29 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 18 miles (29 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 6:01 AM |
Last train 5:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Southern, London Overground, West Midlands Trains from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to East Croydon (ECR) trainsSouthern, London Overground, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) and East Croydon (ECR) from $6 (€5). 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 Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to East Croydon (ECR)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to East Croydon (ECR)
Most Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) to East Croydon (ECR) trains use the Harrow & Wealdstone to East Croydon station pair, with some services arriving at West Croydon. Use this guide to compare Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW) and East Croydon (ECR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Harrow & Wealdstone from Harrow city centre
Harrow & Wealdstone is 1 km from Harrow city centre. Public transport options include:
Harrow & Wealdstone train station facilities and services
Harrow & Wealdstone has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harrow & Wealdstone.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms. There is level access from the Sandridge Close entrance to platform 1 and ramped access from the Wealdstone entrance to platform 6. Lifts are available to all other platforms, accessible from both entrances, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Daily and Weekly Travelcards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Harrow-on-the-Hill from Harrow city centre
Harrow-on-the-Hill train station facilities and services
Harrow-on-the-Hill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harrow-on-the-Hill.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Harrow-on-the-Hill. ATMs are available at Harrow-on-the-Hill.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harrow-on-the-Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harrow-on-the-Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrow-on-the-Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station is now step-free to all platforms. Step-free access is via the College Road / Bus Station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 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 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.
